How many potatoes are needed for potato salad 50?

There's no single answer to how many potatoes you need for 50 servings of potato salad! Here's why, and how to figure it out:

Factors that influence the amount:

* Potato Size: Large potatoes will yield more salad than small ones.

* Potato Variety: Different potato varieties have different densities.

* Desired Potato-to-Other-Ingredient Ratio: Do you want a lot of potato, or more of the other ingredients like mayonnaise, celery, etc.?

* Serving Size: Are you making small side portions, or larger main course servings?

How to calculate:

1. Estimate Serving Size: Decide how much potato salad you'll give each person (1/2 cup, 1 cup, etc.).

2. Choose Your Potato: Decide on the type and size of potatoes you'll use.

3. Test and Adjust: Make a small batch of potato salad first to see how much potato you need per serving. Adjust your potato quantity for the larger batch based on your test results.

General Rule of Thumb:

For a standard potato salad with a moderate amount of potato, you can use about 1.5 pounds of potatoes per 10 servings.

Example:

For 50 servings, you would need about 7.5 pounds of potatoes (50 servings / 10 servings per pound = 5 pounds x 1.5 pounds per 10 servings = 7.5 pounds).

Remember: This is just a starting point. It's best to adjust based on your preferences and the size of the potatoes you choose.