Yuca Hash

By ldelmas

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, divided
• 1 tsp salt
• Water, enough to cover yuca
• 1 to 1-1/2 lbs yuca, washed, peeled, and diced into 1/2” chunks
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (hot or mild)
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 8 oz Baby Bella mushrooms, chopped
• 1 tsp hot pepper flakes (optional )
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Preparation

Step 1

1.In a large, deep-sided skillet, combine 1 Tablespoon butter, salt, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
2. Add the yuca chunks and reduce the heat to medium. Cook only until fork tender, about 25–30 minutes. (You don’t want the yuca to be falling apart.) Drain the yuca and set it aside.
3. Return the skillet to the stove and melt the remaining butter. Add the mushrooms, onions, and celery and cook until tender. Add the pepper, hot pepper flakes, and the tomatoes and cook for 4–5 minutes. Add the yuca and cook until hot. Top with cheese and enjoy!