1 possum
Recipe of dressing
Bacon slices
Salt
Sweet potatoes

First catch the possum. Dress it and soak in salt water for 6-12 hours, depending on size and age of possum. Pour off water and then parboil in salt water for 1/2 to 3/4 hour.

Prepare dressing and stuff possum. Sew up cavity and place in baking pan with just a little water. Place in oven for 15-20 minutes. Pour off liquid and reserve it for future use. Lay partially boiled sweet potatoes around possum. Place bacon strips around and across possum. Pour reserve liquid over all and let bake 1 hour longer basting frequently.