EASY INSTANT POT POTATO SOUP RECIPE

This soup is what an Instant Pot was made for. Throwing everything in the Instant Pot will give you a delicious soup in about 40 minutes flat. Perfect!

Prep Time    : 15 mins

Total Time    : 40 mins

Servings      : 4

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

INSTRUCTIONS

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.

2.   Add potatoes and broth and place lid on Instant Pot. Set to Pressure Cook on High and set time for 8 minutes. Once finished, turn valve to quick release.

3.   In a small bowl whisk together 2 tablespoons milk and cornstarch to make a slurry.

4.  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 minutes, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5.   Garnish with cheddar, bacon, and chives before serving.

Recipe from delish.com