Peel and slice potatoes in 1/4 inch slices. Set aside. Cut up bacon in 1 inch pieces and fry in bottom of 14" Dutch oven. Add potatoes and onions and stir to coat with the bacon grease. Pour in water and season.
Bake for about 1 hour at 350 F. Use about 14 coals on the bottom and 6 -8 on the top. Check regularly and stir carefully if needed every 20 minutes.
This gives it an entirely different taste that will melt in your mouth.