Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 lb

potatoes (red-skinned, about 6 to 7 medium potatoes)

Optional: 3 to 4 cloves garlic

1 tsp

kosher salt (plus more, to taste)

1 cup

water (or low sodium chicken stock, or low-sodium vegetable broth)

1/2 cup

half-and-half (or whole milk)

3 tbsp

butter

Black pepper to taste (freshly ground)

Optional: fresh chopped parsley

Optional: fresh chopped chives