Instant Pot Garlic & Herb Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

These were so good that my dad could NOT leave them alone as we were beginning to put food on the table to serve. He just kept going back for more snitches! My BROTHER (who is very picky and wasn't sure he was thrilled about something new) took one bite and went "oh. my... these are incredible" and he went back for 4th, 5th & 6th helpings!

Ingredients

·         2lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (about 8 mediums)

·         3 tbsp minced refrigerated garlic (or)  6 cloves, peeled & smashed

·         1 1/3 cup chicken stock, bone broth or water

·         5-6 tbsp butter

·         1/4-1/2 tsp dried sage, rosemary, thyme, garlic, oregano, basil, parsley & salt season to taste

·         1/4 cup parmesan cheese (fresh)

·         1/4 cup parmesan/romano/asiago cheese blend

·         1/2 cup sour cream

·         1 cup cream cheese (one brick @ 8oz = 1 cup)

·         Optional: Butter & chives for topping

Instructions

1.       In the liner of the Instant Pot, layer the potatoes, broth, garlic & butter.  Lock the lid in place, close the vent to sealing and cook on high pressure for approximately 8-9 minutes with a controlled quick release.  Total time will be approximately 18-20 minutes.

2.       Unless you plan to drain the liquid off, you can mash the potatoes, with all of the remaining ingredients (seasonings, cheeses, sour cream, cream cheese), directly in the IP liner by using a handheld potato masher, or an electric handheld mixer.  Be sure to mash as soon as you can.

3.       Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with your chives, extra butter etc.

** Cook's notes: 

·         The difference in cook time is determined by whether you plan to drain them after cooking.  If you plan to drain, cook for 8 minutes.  If you plan to blend the fluid into the potatoes, you can cook a little longer for ease of mashing.

·         I prefer the handheld mixer, & not draining the liquid.  It produces a smoother more creamy product, and is less back breaking when making additions like cream cheese.

·         Mashing as soon as you can ensures that the seasonings meld, the cream cheese softens and to prevent lumpy potatoes. 

This is a compilation recipe devised by Heidi. 

Original recipes came from: 

https://pinchofyum.com/instant-pot-mashed-potatoes 

https://myfoodstory.com/instant-pot-garlic-mashed-potatoes-recipe/#tasty-recipes-11514