Catering amount

[Chuck-roaniecowpony]

This illustrates why I avoid the temptation of offering a recommendation on these questions. With my own experience as a novice I'd suggest factoring a 40% loss from the initial weight. It's nice that this site has members whom are well-experienced

But I would also add that in my humble opinion one can overshoot a PP calculation without risk by freezing and serving it for future meals.

Best of luck, and enjoy your party @Michael Smotch!

I was thinking similarly. I weighed one brisket after trimming and cooking and it was 45% of the package weight.

 

[Tony-Chicago]

Use 40 to 50 percent and enjoy leftovers

 

[Tony-Chicago]

So how did this go?

Barbecuing minds want to know!

 

[Michael Smotch]

Went great. Little chilly and windy, otherwise success Just the right amount food. Tired, 3 days of partying, mets home opener,sons 2nd bday and Easter.

 

[Tony-Chicago]

Thanks!
Ps
How much food?
What would you different or more less of next time

 

[Mike_S]

Not sure if you had your part yet but Amazingribs did an article on this.

Party Planning: How Much to Cook for a Crowd

So you're cooking for a crowd. How much food do you need? Here's how to plan for a party or special occasion, including some basic rules of thumb and tips on how to handle dietary restrictions, how to prep ahead, and how to calculate the right amount of food so no one goes hungry.

amazingribs.com