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Peel russet potatoes and chop them into 1-inch cubes.
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Spread the chunks of potato across the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot. Scatter a stick of butter, broken into cubes, over the top.
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Drizzle the entire 32 oz of chicken broth over the potatoes.
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Close the lid and let potatoes go on high for about 4-5 hours. They should be soft enough for a fork to go through easily.
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Carefully pour off the remaining broth once the potatoes are soft, then put them back in the slow cooker.
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Using a masher, smash the potatoes until they're smooth. If you like some texture, leave a few lumps. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper to suit your taste.
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Throw in the extra butter, cream cheese, and milk. Mix and mash everything until it's blended. Add a splash more milk if it's not creamy enough for you.
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Cover the pot and switch to the warm setting to keep the mashed potatoes ready for when you're serving.