Step 1

Grease sides of slow cooker insert lightly with butter, then add chopped potatoes.  Top with onion powder and garlic powder, then pour in chicken broth.

Step 2

Cube 1 of the sticks of butter and place cubes around the tops of the potatoes.  Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 1/2 - 4 hours.

Step 3

Drain potatoes then place back in the crockpot.  Add remaining stick of butter (cubed), cream cheese, heavy cream and salt and pepper.  Start with 1/2 tsp of kosher salt and 1/4 tsp pepper and adjust from there.

Step 4

Use a potato masher to mash potatoes until mashed to your desired consistency, using a bit more heavy cream if needed.

Step 5

Serve right away, or cover and set to WARM setting for a few hours.