Imagine diving your fork into the most luxuriously smooth, cheesy, and garlicky mashed potatoes that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Instant Pot Cheesy Garlic Mashed Potatoes are not just a side dish - they're a culinary experience that transforms the ordinary into extraordinary. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a crowd-pleasing comfort food that's so rich and flavorful, it might just steal the show from your main course. Get ready to impress your family and friends with the easiest, most delectable mashed potatoes you've ever made!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and peel potatoes, cutting them into evenly sized 1-inch cubes to ensure uniform cooking.
- Add cubed potatoes and minced garlic to the Instant Pot inner pot, then pour 1 cup of water into the bottom to create steam for pressure cooking.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select Manual/Pressure Cook mode at high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Once cooking cycle completes, perform a quick pressure release by carefully moving the valve to venting position.
- Drain any remaining water from the pot, then return potatoes to the inner pot.
- Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Mash using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in shredded cheese, stirring until cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the potatoes.
- Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving dish, garnish with fresh chopped chives, and serve hot.
Tips
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Use starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the creamiest texture.
- Even Cube Size Matters: Cut potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure consistent cooking and smooth mashing.
- Don't Skimp on Garlic: Fresh minced garlic provides the most robust flavor - avoid pre-minced garlic from jars.
- Warm Your Milk: Slightly warm the milk before adding to potatoes to help create a smoother, more integrated texture.
- Cheese Selection: Use a good melting cheese like sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses for maximum flavor.
- Avoid Overworking: When mashing, mix just until smooth to prevent gluey potatoes.
- Garnish Generously: Fresh chives add a pop of color and a subtle oniony freshness that elevates the dish.
- Serve Immediately: These mashed potatoes are best enjoyed hot, right after preparation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 312kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
