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OPOSSUM AND SWEET POTATOES

1 opossum (about 2 1/2 pounds)
2 1/2 tsp. salt
Pepper to taste
Flour
1/2 cup water
4 medium sweet potatoes
2 tbsp. sugar


Clean opossum, Trim excess fat from opossum and discard.

Wash quickly inside and out with warm water; drain thoroughly.

Rub salt and pepper well into the opossum inside and out.

Sprinkle inside and out with flour.

Lay the opossum on its back in a roasting pan.

Add water, cover and bake in 350 degree F. oven until about half done (45 - 60 minutes).

Split peeled potatoes in half lengthwise and place in pan around opossum.

Add more water if needed.

Cover sliced potatoes and opossum and cook 30 more minutes.


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