Step by step

Method

9 steps

1. 1

   Gather and prepare all ingredients.

2. 2

   Peel the potatoes and cut them into large cubes.

3. 3

   Place them in the Instant Pot, cover them with 6 cups of water, and sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of salt.

4. 4

   Seal the valve on the Instant Pot and turn it on pressure cook.

5. 5

   Set the timer for 12 minutes. It will take about 30 minutes to come to pressure, then cook the potatoes for 12 minutes.

6. 6

   After the timer goes off, turn off the Instant Pot and, using a wooden spoon or other utensil, carefully release the valve. Make sure not to burn yourself. Keep releasing until the steam has subsided.

7. 7

   Open the lid and, using oven mitts, grab the container and drain the potatoes in a colander.

8. 8

   Return the potatoes to the container and add the remaining salt, pepper, butter, and slowly add the milk.***

9. 9

   Using a potato masher, gently mash the potatoes until they reach your desired consistency. Do not over-mash, or they will get gummy.