Instant Pot® Rutabaga Mash

Description

This lower-carb alternative to mashed potatoes can easily be made in a fraction of the time using a pressure cooker. The mash has a nice creamy and chunky texture, which complements any meat. I especially enjoy it with corned beef.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 pounds rutabaga, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
  • ¼ cup half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Pour water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and set the trivet inside. Place rutabaga into a steamer basket and set inside the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions
  3. about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain rutabaga. Return rutabaga to pot or place into a medium bowl.
  4. Add half-and-half
  5. butter
  6. salt
  7. pepper
  8. and garlic powder to the rutabaga and mash to desired consistency. The rutabaga will have a chunky texture. For a smoother texture
  9. use a food processor. Serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

Servings: 4

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