Yuca root is the unsung hero of the vegetable world. The root veggie is known by multiple names including cassava, manioc and yuca – not to be confused with yucca, the native perennial shrub with ...

QUIVICÁN, Cuba — When Julio César Núñez was a child, he helped his grandmother make casabe from scratch, using artisanal tools — and an ancient cooking method — to turn grated yuca root into a thin, ...

This versatile root vegetable could be a great addition to a balanced diet, but here's why you'll need to cook it thoroughly.

Yuca, also known as cassava, is a starchy root vegetable that grows underground. Although yuca thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, you can still find it in some local markets, as it can be ...