01 -
Peel and cut 5 pounds of russet potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
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Place the cut potatoes into the bottom of a 6-quart crock pot. Dot the potatoes with ½ cup of salted butter, cut into cubes.
03 -
Pour a 32-ounce carton of chicken broth on top of the potatoes.
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Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours. Potatoes are ready when fork tender.
05 -
Carefully drain the excess broth from the cooked potatoes and place the potatoes back into the crock pot.
06 -
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth. Leave slightly lumpy if that is your preference. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add the remaining ½ cup of salted butter, cream cheese, and ¼ cup milk. Mash together until combined. Add more milk if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
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Cover and keep the mashed potatoes on the warm setting until ready to serve.