Try this homemade Poor Boy'S Dinner recipe the whole family will love. Made with possum, red hot peppers, salt and sweet potatoes. Easy step-by-step ins…
This Poor Boy'S Dinner relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as possum (with skin on), red hot peppers, salt and pepper to taste and medium sweet potatoes. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 153 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026