Instant Pot Potatoe Soup

By rperlowitz

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
• 6 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 c. plus 2 tbsp. milk, divided
• 2 tbsp. cornstarch
• 1/2 c. heavy cream
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Shredded cheddar, for serving
• Chopped cooked bacon, for serving
• Freshly chopped chives, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

Set Instant Pot to Sauté function and melt butter. Add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes, then add garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more.
Add potatoes and broth and place lid on Instant Pot. Set to Manual, High and set time for 8 minutes. Once finished, turn valve to quick release.
In a small bowl whisk together 2 tablespoons milk and cornstarch to make a slurry.
Remove lid from Instant Pot and set to Sauté function again. Pour in slurry, remaining 1 cup milk, and heavy cream and let boil about 5 minute, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with cheddar, bacon, and chives before serving.