How many Lbs for meat?

[seaham358]

Thinking for smoking some meatloaf for a work function and there should be 35-40 people there.  How many pounds of burger would I need?  I plan on smoking multiple 2-3lb loafs so they cook faster.. I would also use a couple different recipes so if someone does not like bacon or other spices they won't have to eat it.  Thanks  Bob 

 

[bmudd14474]

If you are bringing the only meat dish Id do 25-30 lbs.Then once you loose the grease out of it you should have more than enough with a little for leftovers.

 

[seaham358]

That will be only meat... Man thats a lot of burger....  Thanks. 

 

[chef jimmyj]

Brian is spot on. That will yield 6-8oz portions which is not unreasonable...JJ