Fry the bacon in a skillet until crisp.

Add the onion to the bacon grease and saute until tender.

Pour off some of the fat. As bad as it is to say the grease does give it a wonderful flavor.

Combine the potatoes( I often thaw and cook mine a little bit in the microwave), bacon, onion from the skillet,and water in a 3 quart pan.

Bring to a boil, stirring once in a while.

Reduce heat and simmer, covered until potatoes are tender.

Stir in the soup, sour cream, milk, and seasonings.

Heat to serving temperature, but do not boil.

Garnish with shredded cheese, bacon (if you didn't put it in), and/or green onions.