Possum

Plunge animal into very hot, but not boiling water for 2 minutes. Pull out or scrap off hair without damaging skin. Slit belly from throat to hind legs. Remove entrails, feet, eyes, and brains. Do not remove head or tail. Wash thorughly. If possable freeze for 2 or 3 days. When ready to cook. Wipe with a cold damp cloth. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Put into roasting pan. Add 1 cup water and the juice of 1 lemon. Bake in hot oven (400 degrees F.) for 15 minutes, turning once. Cover, reduce heat and bake in moderater oven (350 degrees F.) for 1 1/4 hours to 1 1/2 hours.

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