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It depends on the other dishes being served, but consider 8-16 ounces per serving (an average of 12). Twelve multiplied by 200 is 2400 ounces. Add an additional 10-20 percent for seconds and waste, and you get 2880 ounces ( I used 20% for seconds and waste). Divided by 16 (the number of ounces in a pound) and you get 180 pounds of roast beef.

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12y ago

Figure 8-10 ounces per person; if you estimate 12 ounces each, then you take into account fat content (that isn't eaten), and additional for seconds.

At 8 ounces = 100 pounds

At 10 ounces = 125 pounds

at 12 ounces = 150 pounds

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7y ago

Some say a half a pound per person, some say a fourth of a pound.

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13y ago

two beefs should be enough

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