Arrange bacon in the bottom of a cast iron dutch oven,cook slowly until browned.
Add a layer of sliced potatoes over bacon,then a layer of sliced onions,a layer of catfish,dash of salt and pepper,alternate until pot is full.
Add 2 1/2 cups water..pour down side of dutch oven so you don't wash the spices off
cook slowly on medium heat for 1 hour...then simmer for 30 minutes. It is done when potatoes are tender.