Description
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any occasion, delivering a creamy, fluffy texture in just minutes. This easy recipe requires only a few ingredients, making it ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With the rich flavors of butter and cream, these mashed potatoes are sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal. Serve them alongside your favorite main dish or drizzled with gravy for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Peel and chop russet potatoes into uniform chunks (about 1-inch pieces).
- Place potatoes in the Instant Pot and cover with water, adding salt.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of steam.
- Drain excess water; add butter and milk or cream.
- Mash until smooth; season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg