Wash raccoon thoroughly in lukewarm water inside and out several times. Parboil about 30 minutes with 1 teaspoon baking soda added to water. Drain, season inside and out with salt and pepper. Then stuff raccoon with Dressing. Place in roaster and roast at 375 degrees, basting often. Drain off fat continually, and add water. Roast approximately 1 1/2 hours or until tender and nicely browned. Before serving, rub roasted raccoon with a cloth soaked in vinegar.

DRESSING:

3 c. dry bread crumbs
2 tbsp. melted butter
1 sm. onion, chopped
1 lg. sour apple, thin sliced
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Combine ingredients, add sufficient water to moisten.