Instant Pot Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Instant Pot Cheesy Mashed Potatoes is a quick and easy way to prepare a perfectly seasoned creamy side dish. Made in 20 minutes from start to finish, this simple recipe uses the pressurized steam to cut down on the cooking time so you can spend more time with friends and family.
Servings: 6
Calories: 240kcal
Ingredients
- 6 Yukon gold potatoes peeled and quartered
- ½ cup water
- 4 ounces cream cheese (½ package) softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- Butter to taste
Instructions
- Place the quartered potatoes in the pressure cooker with the water. Close the lid and place the valve in the sealing position.
- Select manual high pressure and set the cooking time for 5 minutes; it will take about 20 minutes for the pressure to rise and start cooking.
- When the time is up, do a quick release of the pressure.
- Drain the potatoes and place them back in the pot. Add the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash with a potato masher or an immersion blender until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and add additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot; sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
- Add butter if desired.
Notes
Storage:
- To Store: You can store the mashed potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
- To Freeze: Place the mashed potato mixture in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to three months. When you are ready to eat it, thaw it in the fridge overnight.
- To Reheat: Reheat this dish in the microwave or a pot on the stove. You may need to add a little bit of milk to get your desired consistency.
- If you don't have cream cheese, you can substitute sour cream.
- If you want a richer mashed potato, you can substitute half and half or heavy cream for the milk.
- I like to peel my potatoes, but you can leave the skin on if you prefer.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 663mg | Potassium: 822mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 348IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 1mg