How many potatoes to make 500 servings of potato salad?

I can't give you an exact number of potatoes for 500 servings of potato salad without more information. Here's why:

* Potato Size: Potatoes come in different sizes. A single large potato could yield as much as a few smaller potatoes.

* Potato Salad Recipe: The recipe itself dictates how much potato is needed per serving. Some recipes are potato-heavy, while others might use more other ingredients.

* Serving Size: What constitutes a "serving" can vary. Is it a small side portion, a larger main dish portion, or something else?

To determine the number of potatoes you need, consider these steps:

1. Choose a potato salad recipe: This will give you the potato-to-other-ingredient ratio.

2. Determine your serving size: How much potato salad per person do you want?

3. Estimate the yield: Based on your chosen recipe and serving size, estimate how much potato salad you'll get per potato.

4. Calculate the total potatoes: Divide the total number of servings (500) by the number of servings per potato to find the total number of potatoes you need.

Example:

Let's say your recipe calls for 1 pound of potatoes for 4 servings of potato salad. This means you need 125 pounds of potatoes (500 servings / 4 servings per pound) for 500 servings. Then, you can estimate how many individual potatoes that equates to based on their average size.

Remember: It's always better to err on the side of having a little extra than not enough. You can always use leftover potatoes for another meal.