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How many potatoes should you make per person for mashed potatoes?

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Plan on 1/3 to 1/2 pound potatoes per person for your feast.


How many potatoes should I use for mashed potatoes?

Serving Size: As a side dish, you should plan on ½ pound of potatoes per person. That means if you are planning on 10 people, use 5 pounds of potatoes. 4 people, use 2 pounds of potatoes. To freeze leftover mashed potatoes, allow to cool then place in a freezer-safe bag.

How many potatoes do you need for one person?

Number of peopleTotal potato weightNumber of medium-size potatoes needed10.5 lb.142 lbs.463 lbs.6105 lbs.10

How many potatoes do I need for a family of 4?

To feed a family of four, start off by planting 40 potato plants. This will provide you with a potato based meal 2 to 3 times a week. The 40 plants will provide up to 6 months worth of meals.

How much mashed potatoes Does 1 lb of potatoes make?

One pound of potatoes will make about two servings of mashed potatoes that are one cup each, but how many potatoes will you need? If your recipe calls for one pound of potatoes, you can expect to use about two medium/large sized potatoes of any variety to equal that weight.

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