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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

I recently learned that it's possible to make Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes, and let me tell you want a game changer that's been! I used to hate making mashed potatoes, but no more! If you're looking to change your mashed potato game for good, here you go!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Additional Time15 minutes
Total Time33 minutes
Course: Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 cups
Author: Michelle

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds potatoes peeled and cut into 1" chunks
  • Water to cover
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Peel potatoes, wash, then cut into 1" pieces. Place in Instant Pot inner pot and fill with water to completely cover. Lock lid, make sure pressure release valve is pushed back in the locked position.
  • Cook on manual high for 8 minutes. It will take about 15 minutes or IP to come to pressure. Manually release pressure and carefully open lid away from you so the steam does not burn your face.
  • Drain water from potatoes then mash potatoes with a hand mixer or potato masher.
  • Add butter, cream cheese, milk, salt and pepper and mix well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 64mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g