Possum And Sweet Potatoes

Directions

1. 1
   Fatten possum for 2 weeks on cornbread and buttermilk.
2. 2
   Kill and clean possum.
3. 3
   Boil possum 30 minutes in salt water.
4. 4
   Boil sweet potatoes; cut in halves.
5. 5
   Place possum in baking dish; put sweet potatoes around possum.
6. 6
   Season with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Bake uncovered at 400° for 1 hour or until golden brown.
8. 8
   Baste with natural juices.
9. 9
   Best served with turnip greens and biscuits.