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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Amy

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

These Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish. With just 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have a side dish that feels indulgent yet effortless.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 cups water
  • 4 teaspoons sea salt, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, grated
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Chives, for garnish

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

  1. Place the potatoes, water, and 2 teaspoons of salt in the bowl of the Instant Pot.
  2. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and Pressure Cook on High for 12 minutes. Quick release the pressure, reserve ¾ cup of the potato cooking water, and drain.
  3. Return the potatoes to the pot and add the garlic, olive oil, butter, and the remaining 2 teaspoons sea salt. Use a potato masher to mash well. Add the reserved cooking water, ¼ cup at a time, and use a rubber spatula to fold and mash the potatoes until creamy. Stir in the remaining cooking water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
  4. Season with fresh black pepper and garnish with chives.
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