Cassava, aka yuca or manioc, depending on where you live and shop, is a much-loved vegetable throughout Latin America and Southeast Asia. The starchy root has a glutinous texture, and a subtle sweetness that lends itself well to spicy stews such as Cuban Ajiaco, to breads – and even cakes. Learn more about how to use cassava in Elizabeth Schneider's Vegetables from Amaranth to Zucchini.