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red bowl of garlic mashed potatoes with butter and garnish

Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Published By Stephanie
Rich and creamy mashed potatoes made in an Instant Pot and ready in about 30 min. Using a few simple ingredients, this side dish will be the hit of the meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Release time 10 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 254 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs red potatoes cut into small chunks or cubed
  • 5-6 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
  • ½ cup chicken stock or vegetable stock
  • sea salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 3 T unsalted butter cut into chunks

Instructions
 

  • Start by peeling and slightly smashing the cloves of garlic.
  • Combine potatoes, garlic and broth in Instant Pot. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Add lid and lock into sealing position. Set the “Manual” setting to 8 minutes.
  • When cook time is complete, allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then switch to the venting position for a quick release any remaining pressure.
  • Carefully remove lid and add heavy cream and butter. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or immersion blender until almost smooth, but still slightly chunky. Taste and season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with any of your favorite main courses. 

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 74mgPotassium: 1072mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 337IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Whole 30
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