Jicama on cutting board

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Jicama

Cut the jicama into quarters, if whole. Using a paring knife (not a vegetable peeler), peel the jicama by placing the blade just under the skin and then pulling the peel away in one whole piece. Cut the jicama into strips that are about 3-inches long and 1/2-inch thick.