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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe (So Easy)

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These rich and delicious Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are a Thanksgiving must-have!

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes



Looking for an easier way to make one of the most popular side dishes? These Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes come out perfectly every time, and they’re so easy to make!

So make sure to add these buttery and garlic mashed potatoes to your Thanksgiving or Christmas menu, you’ll be so glad you did!

What is The Best Way to Make Garlic Mashed Potatoes From Scratch?

There’s so many ways to make mashed potatoes, but my favorite is this pressure cooker recipe. It’s so nice for the holidays because you can keep your stove free for other sides!

How do I Add Flavor to Instant Mashed Potatoes?

It’s actually so easy! If you’re wondering… “What can I add to bland mashed potatoes?” To add loads of flavor to your mashed potatoes, all you’ll need is some:

  • Butter
  • Sour Cream
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Garlic Powder

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Looking for an easier way to make one of the most popular side dishes? These Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes come out perfectly every time, and it’s so easy to make!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10
Author: DIY Thrill

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds Potatoes, peeled and sliced about 8 medium potatoes
  • 1/2 cup Butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup Milk
  • 3 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 5 cups Water

Instructions

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1 inch thick slices.
  • Place potato slices into the bottom of the instant pot.
  • Cover with 5 cups water and add 1 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  • Place the lid on the instant pot and set the valve to seal.
  • Select “Pressure Cook” setting, select “High Pressure,” and change cooking time to 8 minutes.
  • Preheat will start 10 seconds after settings are selected.
  • Once potatoes are done, do a quick release for the pressure (I like to do a gradual quick release to avoid any messy splatters… basically a quick release of steam in a few gradual nudges).
  • Drain the potatoes and return to the instant pot.
  • Mash the potatoes with a hand held masher.
  • Add the remaining salt, pepper, garlic powder, butter, milk and sour cream to the potatoes, and stir with a large spoon. Enjoy!

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Comments

  8. Aimsy says

    Oh, these mash potatoes just sound amazing. I like adding in spring onions, but the garlic twist just sounds delicious!
    Great recipe!

    Aimsy xoxo

    Reply

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