Instant Pot Potato Soup

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

Directions:

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 Pressure Cook on 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 minutes, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Garnish with cheddar, bacon, and chives before serving.