The formula to determine how much meat is needed for the guests

Figure out your guest count first. This is the only way to get your portions right. Multiply the number of people by the amount of meat per person. If meat is the main dish, plan for at least 1/2 lb (8 oz) per person. For example, a steak dinner or turkey at Thanksgiving should be about 8 oz per guest. For mixed dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, 1/4 lb (4 oz) per person is usually enough. BBQs? Go for 1/2 to 3/4 lb (8–12 oz) per person, especially if you’re serving a variety of meats. Always buy a little extra to cover big appetites and shrinkage from cooking. For tacos, estimate 2 oz of meat per taco, and multiply by how many tacos each guest will eat. Sandwiches? 6 oz of deli meat per person does the trick. Always better to have leftovers than run out! #PartyPlanning #MeatMath #BBQTips #Food