Mashed Yucca

1. 1

   Wash and peel the fresh yucca or thaw the frozen.

2. 2

   Place in a small saucepan, and add water to cover and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain in a colander and set aside to cool.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees .

6. 6

   When the yucca is cool enough to handle, pull each root apart and remove the large fibrous veins near the center, keeping the flesh in large chunks.

7. 7

   Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

8. 8

   Cook the garlic until tender but not brown.

9. 9

   Add the vinegar, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper.

10. 10

    Bring to a boil and add the yucca.

11. 11

    Stir and mash with a wooden spoon until a lumpy mixture is formed.

12. 12

    Transfer to a baking dish.

13. 13

    Cover and bake 10 minutes.

14. 14

    Garnish with the chopped parsley and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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