Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

INGREDIENTS

3 lb

Yukon Gold potatoes, washed, peeled, and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces

1 cup

vegetable or chicken broth

2 cloves

garlic, minced

1/4 cup

butter, cut into pieces

2 oz

cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup

milk, warmed

1/4 cup

heavy cream, warmed

1 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

black pepper

Minced chives, for garnish, optional