1 - Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2 - Grease and flour a 12 x 8' pyrex (you can use a smaller pyrex if you prefer the bread to be thicker).

3 - Peel and shred the yucca and set aside.

4 - In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt and set aside.

5 - In a large bowl cream the butter with the sugar.

6 - Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

7 - Add half of the dry ingredients and mix well, add cream cheese, mix well and, add the other half of the dry ingredients and mix well.

8 - With a wooden spoon incorporate the shredded yucca, until well incorporated.

9 - Pour or spoon batter into the prepared pan and cook for 45 to 55 min.