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Instant pot garlic mashed potatoes

A bowl of mashed potato is the ultimate comfort food that is so rich and flavorful and takes only 30 minutes in your instant pot.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Time to reach pressure:10 minutes
Total Time23 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 216kcal
Author: Amira

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled if desired then quartered
  • ½ cup water
  • 4 Tablespoons butter room temperature
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½-3/4 cup whole milk
  • 4 Garlic cloves smashed
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Optional:

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Pour water in the inner pot of your Instant pot.
  • Place smashed garlic in a small piece of a cheesecloth and tie the top.
  • Place them into the pot then top with the cut potatoes.
  • Put the instant pot lid on, seal and pressure cook on high for 8 minutes.
  • Manual release the pressure then carefully open the lid.
  • Take the cheese cloth out and mash the potatoes while hot.
  • Mix in milk, butter and sour cream
  • Season with salt and pepper, garlic powder and taste to adjust seasoning to your liking.

Notes

  • Peeling the potatoes is up to you but not peeling makes for an easier recipe.
  • For more tips and variations check out the post above.
  • Please check the nutrition disclaimer policy.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 618mg | Potassium: 1024mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 116IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg
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