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Garlic mashed red potatoes made in an instant pot
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Instant Pot Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes

Creamy mashed red potatoes with garlic, butter, and cream. Made in the Instant Pot in just 8 minutes. Perfect easy side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs. red potatoes cut into small chunks
  • 5-6 garlic cloves smashed and peeled
  • ½ c. chicken or vegetable broth preferably organic
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ c. heavy cream
  • 3 T. unsalted butter cut into chunks

Equipment

  • Instant Pot 6 qt or larger

Method
 

  1. Combine potatoes, garlic, and broth in Instant Pot. Season with salt and pepper and stir. Lock lid into place and set pressure valve to “Sealing.” Select “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” on High for 8 minutes.
  2. When timer goes off, allow natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  3. Carefully remove lid. Add heavy cream and butter. Mash with potato masher or immersion blender to desired consistency – smooth or slightly chunky. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  4. Transfer to serving bowl and serve immediately.