Buttery Mashed Potatoes, Instant Pot

Buttery Mashed Potatoes are another fantastic Instant Pot recipe! These potatoes are creamy, fluffy and completely irresistible! Nothing is going to stop you from digging into these mashed potatoes. You can make a tasty, silky-smooth mashed potato that's delicious with any main meal in just a few simple steps.

My husband loves mashed potatoes almost as much as he loves pasta so when the instant pot entered our house, it was one of the first recipes I started making. It's super quick and such a pleasure to make in the instant pot! There is nothing to making mashed potato in the instant pot, and once you make it, you will have no problem doing it on repeat. Easy, quick, fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes recipe.

This dish uses straightforward items that you probably already have in your cupboard and is simple to prepare. For anyone wanting a dependable mashed potato recipe, this is it!

This was inspired by my cottage pie recipe.

Ingredients You Will Need

Potatoes It's best to choose starchy potatoes which have a high starch content and will result in a fluffier mashed potato.

Butter You would think that the potatoes are the star ingredient right? After all, this is a mashed potatoes recipe. But friends, its the butter! The butter is the star of the show here and it adds richness and flavor to the dish!

Milk helps to create a smooth and creamy texture.

Salt is essential to bring out the flavor of the potatoes, and black pepper adds a subtle but flavorful kick.

I have my own way of making mashed potatoes and something I've done for so many years! Read on for my other ingredients and tips which really help take this mashed potato next level!

Method For Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Here is a how-to for producing delectable mashed potatoes:

Clean the potatoes: Wash and peel the potatoes and cut into squares. Although the instant pot can cook the potatoes with peels on and not cut into squares, I find it much easier this way.

Inner Pot: Add the cleaned and cut potatoes to the inner pot of the instant pot.

Liquid: As mentioned in my YouTube Tips For Beginners Instant Pot Lentils Recipe, the instant pot needs liquid, so add the water and salt.

Variations To This Mashed Potatoes Recipe

There are so many ways that you can customize this recipe to suit different preferences.

You can add some garlic into the mashed potatoes just makes sure it's minced! We like to add Smell and Taste spices like this Calabrese for a pop of deliciousness and heat. For more of a subtle but aromatic addition we use the Garlic and Herb. There are many different tastes and this collection and they are all 100% natural.

Cheese is also another great addition, Parmesan cheese or cheddar cheese works well too. In this recipe I've included sour cream because I love sour cream and will add it to any food especially in a great curry recipe!

Equipment

You will need the following equipment to make these mashed potatoes;

• Instant Pot
• Colander/strainer
• Potato peeler
• Vegetable knife
• Board
• Potato masher (the old fashioned spatula type with a flat underneath for mashing)
• Wooden spoon to mix the butter and milk in.

Storage

These buttery mashed potatoes are best served fresh however, if you must store the mashed potatoes, make sure they have properly cooled first. Store in the fridge for 3–4 days, or freeze for 2 months in a sealed freezer friendly container.

COOK'S TIPS!

My tip for making extraordinary mashed potatoes:

Get rid of the moisture: When you cook potatoes in water, they drain everything out. Here's how you draw out the moisture. Drain and return the pot to the same hot plate on the stove (extra low heat) or on sauté in the instant pot for about a minute or so before you start mashing.

Don't let the potatoes go cold: Always add the butter and milk while the potatoes are still hot. If possible, heat the milk first otherwise be sure to add it while the potatoes are still hot and start mashing straight away.

I am all about layers of flavor, so once the potatoes are drained, add a touch of seasoning (not a lot), add the milk, mix it in, add the butter and I know this is extra but it makes a difference! Use part of the butter in the mixing process, melt part of the butter to pour over the final mix and the last piece to go in at the end of the recipe, just before you get the lid on to lock in the heat.

Frequently Asked Questions For Instant Pot Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Is it important to wash the potatoes before cooking them?

Regardless of which potatoes you buy, you should rinse them, purely for any dust, bacteria, pesticides and other hands that were there before they got to your table.

Can I use an electric mixer to make mashed potatoes?

Yes you can, however watch it because you can go from smooth to gluey in no time at all. An electric hand mixer works wonderfully and gives you ultra soft mashed potatoes, just don't over mix!

Can I substitute another variety of potato in this recipe?

Yes, you may make mashed potatoes with different varieties of potatoes, the texture will be different but still mashed potatoes.

Can I prepare mashed potatoes in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the mashed potatoes in advance and simply reheat them right before serving. You might need to add a little more milk or butter.

How do I create lump-free mashed potatoes?

Drain any remaining water in the potatoes and the best way to do this is by letting them steam on the stove on low heat or in the instant pot on sauté. Work quickly while they are hot. Add and mash while the potatoes are hot.

Can I replace the butter and milk in mashed potatoes

You can replace the dairy in a mashed potatoes recipe with dairy-free alternatives. You can use vegan butter or almond milk in mashed potatoes. Keep in mind that this may affect the flavor and texture of the potatoes, so be sure to use substitutes that you enjoy.

Recommended Potato Recipes

Here are some recipes you might enjoy and what I always love doing is adding it onto meat to make cottage pie!

Serving Suggestions

What I find really handy on the Instant Pot is the 'KEEP WARM', like this you can forget about food until it's time to serve. Mashed potatoes go wonderfully as a main dish with Instant Pot Lamb Shanks In A Rich Red Wine Sauce, delicious with a Beef Brisket, Pan Seared Steak or Slow Roast Lamb Shoulder With Potatoes

Food Safety

Sure, here are some general food safety tips for making mashed potatoes:

• Wash your hands before, during and after handling food.
• Always wear gloves for very hot pots and pans
• Storing potatoes in a bag helps them stay fresh for longer.
• Once your food is cooked, served and enjoyed it should not be left standing for more than 2 hours to prevent the spread of bad bacteria.

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