Instant Pot Steamed Mashed Potatoes

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/2 pounds red potatoes, unpeeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half, plus more if needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons chopped chives

Directions

  1. Pour water into the bowl of the Instant Pot.
  2. Add the trivet that came with the Instant Pot.
  3. Place potatoes in a steamer basket and put it over the trivet.
  4. Secure top and set on high. Cook for 7 minutes.
  5. Allow it to release pressure for 8-10 minutes then release remaining pressure.
  6. Meanwhile in a small saucepan combine the butter with half-and-half. Heat over low heat until butter is melted and mixture is warm.
  7. Transfer steamed potatoes to a large mixing bowl and mash. Pour in the butter mixture and add salt to taste.
  8. Add more half-and-half to reach desired texture. Stir in chives.