Clean the potatoes and cut into even sizes; place into the crockpot with water;season with salt and pepper;mix together,cover and cook on high for 3 hours (or until the potatoes are soft).

When cooked mash with a fork or potato masher. In a glass bowl put milk and butter together and microwave for 30 seconds. Pour the warmed milk and butter over the potatoes and mix. Add the container of cream cheese and mix well. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Potaotes can continue to sit in the crock pot on warm setting until ready to serve.