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Question
I need to make potato salad for 125 people... how many lbs of potatoes should I use?
Sam,
Quite honestly, I do not know the answer to your question off the top of my head. I did a little research and arrived at a conclusion of 1/3 pound per person. However, this could vary depending on how much other ingredients go into your recipe. Also, are you serving other side dishes that - perhaps not everyone would have potato salad? This might effect your potato purchase as well - if given the option of several salad type items on a buffet - even potato salad lovers would not opt for as large of a serving than they might if that was the only similar side dish offered.
I hope that these thoughts help!
Best,
K
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Kay Cole
Expertise
I welcome questions regarding quantity of food and beverages for parties and major events. Also, I enjoy creating theme and scheme ideas for both corporate events, as well as social ~ not only food ideas, but decorations and service suggestions. I do not offer recommendation of caterers, however.
Experience
I have 13 years experience in hotel catering; and, an additional 15 years experience as owner/operator of catering/event design firm. I am currently a meeting planner.
Education/Credentials
All of my training has been "on the job." I have been fortunate to have been trained by the best in the industry.
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