Perfect Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes by Grandma Behrendt

Name: Perfect Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes by Grandma Behrendt
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 26 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 lbs russet potatoes (peeled and quartered); 1 cup water; 1 stick butter (softened); 1 cup heavy cream (bring to room temp); 2 tsp sea salt (or other seasoning you prefer like PC Magic)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:6min

When you pressure cook your potatoes you don't need to cover them in water. You only need enough water to pressurize the pot. This way your potatoes will be nice and fluffy, perfect for mashing or whipping and soaking up your butter and cream.

Updated at: Mon, 29 Dec 2025 02:51:58 GMT