Holiday Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Holiday Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate creamy side dish for your festive gatherings. With minimal prep time and a quick cooking process, these fluffy russet potatoes infused with rich butter and a hint of garlic are guaranteed to impress your guests. Perfectly paired with turkey, ham, or any holiday entree, this comfort food will elevate your meal and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place peeled and cubed potatoes in the Instant Pot. Add water and a pinch of salt.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Perform a quick release of steam once cooking is complete.
- Drain any excess water. Add butter, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg