Mashed Potatoes Calculator
The Mashed Potatoes Calculator tells you how many potatoes, plus butter and milk, you need to serve mashed potatoes to a group. Enter the number of guests.
Formula
Potatoes ≈ 0.5 lb per guest; Butter ≈ 1 tbsp; Milk ≈ 2 tbsp per guest
- Half a pound of potatoes per person suits a side dish; increase for a main.
- Adjust butter and milk to taste for creamier mash.
8 guests
Inputs
- Number of Guests: 8
8 × 0.5 = 4 lb of potatoes, with 8 tbsp butter and 16 tbsp milk.
Frequently asked questions
How many potatoes per person for mash?
About half a pound (225 g) per person as a side dish, or more for a main course.