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How Many Tacos for 40 People?

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2โ€“3 tacos per person
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Raw ground beef (โ‰ˆ8 tacos/lb)13 lbs
Taco shells (12-count boxes)9
Shredded cheese2.5 lbs

Plan 2โ€“3 tacos per person for a taco bar โ€” call it 2.5. With 2 oz of seasoned meat per taco, a pound of raw ground beef makes about 8 tacos.

A taco bar hides shortages well: when meat runs low, guests fill up on rice, beans, and toppings. Always more tortillas than you think โ€” they double as plates.

Adjusting for your crowd: kids eat about two-thirds of adult portions; knock 25% off any single item when several mains share the table; add 25% for teenagers and big appetites. When in doubt, round up on the cheap items (buns, chips, ice) and stay exact on the expensive ones.

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