Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are creamy and so easy to make. Much faster than making on the stove and frees up a burner during the holidays. A must have recipe for the holidays.

Ingredients You'll Need for Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes:

• Russet Potatoes - You can also use Yukon gold potatoes
• Salt and Pepper
• Milk - You can use the fat % of your preference. I like using 2% or whole milk for creamier potatoes.
• Sour Cream
• Butter
• Fresh Herbs - this is optional, but I love topping mashed potatoes with chopped fresh parsley or chives

How To Make Mashed Potatoes in the Instant Pot:

1. Prep Potatoes - Peel the potatoes and quarter into equal sized pieces.
2. Add to Instant Pot - Add the potatoes to the Instant Pot and add water until the potatoes are covered. About 4 cups but will vary on your Instant Pot size. Season with salt.
3. Pressure cook - Cook the potatoes on high pressure then quick release the pressure.
4. Make Mashed Potatoes - Drain the water from the potatoes. Add the creamy ingredients: butter, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash until your desired consistency.
5. Serve - I like to top the bowl of mashed potatoes with a few pats of butter and a sprinkle of fresh herbs (parsley or chives).

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Serving Ideas

Mashed potatoes are a classic, comfort side. They're the perfect pairing with a holiday meal or just a Sunday dinner. Serve alongside your Thanksgiving turkey or ham or with this slow cooker pot roast for family dinner.

Leftovers, Storage, and Reheating

• Leftovers and Storage - Leftover mashed potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Reheating - Mashed potatoes can be reheated in the microwave, in a pot on the stove, or even in a 350 degrees F oven until warmed. For all of the options, I like to add a splash of milk or cream to add some moisture back into the potatoes.

Recipe Notes and Tips

• Potato Masher vs Electric Mixer - You can either use a potato masher or an electric mixer to mash up your potatoes. Using an electric mixer will result in super creamy, almost whipped consistency. While a masher will leave you with some small lumps.

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