Mashed Potatoes with russet

4 1/2-5 lbs idaho russet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks whiter pepper kosher salt 3/4 cup whole milk 1/2 cup butter , cut into slices, plus 1[...]

1 lb potato , peeled (we used a mixture of russets and Yukon Gold) 1 tablespoon fresh jalapeno, finely minced 1 small carrot , peeled and finely grated[...]

4 lbs russet potatoes , peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes 1/4 cup butter 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage 1 teaspoon minced fresh sage 3/4 cup whipping cream[...]