Likely story. I know you have recipes. 
As I've posted before, my late F-I-L had a mild fondness for possum in his younger years.
I've posted a recipe before....same one my grandfather used for carp.

Reply #71 from the .44 special thread:
You could cook possum using my GrandPa's old family recipe that he used for carp.
Place carp (or possum) on an old shingle.
Season liberally with salt, pepper, oregano, butter, onions, and bell peppers.
Place in an oven at 350 for two hours, or until good and crisp.
Remove from oven.
Throw out carp (or possum) and eat the shingle.
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