Simple Yuca Simmer

Description
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Ingredients

 * 2  cloves garlic chopped
 * Herbs to taste
 * salt and Fresh Ground black pepper to taste
 * 1/2 pound yuca root per person
 * lemon juice to taste

Directions

 * Rinse Yuca well, peel and halve lengthwise. Remove fibrous core.


 * Combine lemon juice, garlic and fresh herbs in a large pot with enough water to cover Yuca.


 * Bring to a boil and add salt. Lower heat and add cold water when necessary so as not to allow water to reach another boil. Pierce with toothpick or fork.


 * When soft (not mushy) remove pieces and set aside.


 * When all pieces are done, drain, sprinkle with pepper and serve hot.