Brown 2# ground beef or stew meat in a large saucepan or kettle and then drain. Add 7 cups water, 4 Tablespoons margarine, and bring to a boil. Slowly stir in entire bag of soup mix. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer approx. 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and soup has thickened. More water may be added for desired consistency. Optional: Add a can or two of drained, canned corn! Can also cook in crock-pot on LOW for 3 hours, stir occasionally.