Quick Reference Best for: Backyard cookouts, graduation parties, neighborhood potlucks Make ahead: Yes — up to 3 days for vinaigrettes, 24 hours for creamy Serves: 50 guests with generous salad portions Key tip: Start with 1 cup per 10 guests, then hold 25% extra on the side How Much Dressing […]
Quick Reference Best for: Large BBQs, potlucks, and backyard parties Make ahead: Yes — prep 1–2 days; toss with dressing right before serving Serves: 100 people (light side portions) Key tip: Dress only what you’ll serve immediately to keep greens crisp How Much Green Salad for 100 People at a […]
Quick Reference Best for: Backyard BBQs, block parties, potlucks Make ahead: Yes — prep 1 day ahead, assemble day of Serves: 50 people with 1 cup per person (plus a buffer) Key tip: Keep juicy fruit separate until serving to avoid soggy salad Planning how much fruit salad for 50 […]
Quick Reference Best for: Graduation parties, potlucks, BBQs, and casual weddings Make ahead: Yes — 1–2 days; dress lightly and refresh day-of Serves: 50 people as a side (about 10–12 pounds finished) Key tip: Cook pasta just to al dente and hold 10% of dressing to add before serving Planning […]
Quick Reference Best for: BBQs, potlucks, graduation parties, and casual weddings Make ahead: Yes — 1–2 days; add fresh herbs and extra dressing day-of Serves: 50 people as a side (about 25–30 pounds finished salad) Key tip: Plan 8–10 ounces per person for sides; scale up if it’s the star […]
Quick Reference Best for: Backyard BBQs, graduation parties, neighborhood cookouts Make ahead: Yes — buy/ice down 24–48 hours in advance Serves: 50 people with mixed drinks and chilled food Key tip: Plan 1.5–2 pounds of ice per person in hot weather How Much Ice for a BBQ for 50 People […]
Quick Reference Best for: Large backyard cookouts, reunions, company picnics Make ahead: Yes — pre-trim and marinate meats 1–2 days ahead Serves: 100 people on 2–3 standard grills Key tip: Plan 1 full 20-lb tank per grill per 4–5 hours of active cooking How Much Propane for a BBQ for […]
Quick Reference Best for: Cookouts where you’re grilling burgers, dogs, and a few sides Make ahead: Yes — pre-measure charcoal and prep chimneys 1–2 days ahead Serves: 50 hungry guests with time for seconds Key tip: Start two chimneys early and keep a third batch ready as a hot reserve […]
Quick Reference Best for: Backyard BBQs, graduation parties, block gatherings Make ahead: Yes — chill and stage water 24 hours ahead Serves: 50 people with options for light, average, and hot-day needs Key tip: Plan 0.5–1 gallon per person depending on heat, alcohol, and menu salt How Much Water to […]
Quick Reference Best for: Backyard braais, fundraisers, tailgates, and family reunions Make ahead: Yes — portion, coil, and refrigerate 24–48 hours or freeze up to 2 months Serves: 50 people with mains and sides using the formula below Key tip: Plan 200–250 g cooked boerewors per adult when it’s the […]