Cheesy Potato Soup

1 medium onion, chopped
2 T. margarine or butter
6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
5 C. water
2 C. milk
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
dash of pepper
12 oz. velveeta or shredded cheddar cheese

In large saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add potatoes and water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and cover. Summer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in milk, soup, garlic salt and pepper. Heat. Add cheese, stir until cheese is melted. (Note-you can add crispy crumbled bacon too!)

Recipe courtesy of my Mom.