Slow Cooker Grits

Name: Slow Cooker Grits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 cup stone-ground white grits (not instant); 4 cups whole milk; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons butter; 4 oz cream cheese, cubed; 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional); 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for extra richness); Serving (Optional); Additional butter; Grated cheese; Crumbled bacon; Chopped chives or green onions; Hot sauce