Complete BBQ Cookout Calculator
Everything you need for a classic American cookout. Burgers, hot dogs, and all the traditional sides make for a memorable summer gathering.
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Quick Reference Chart
| Guests | 🍔 Burgers | 🌭 Hot Dogs | 🥔 Potato Salad Servings | 🫘 Baked Bean Servings | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 people | 15 burgers | 20 hot dogs | 7 cups | 7 cups | $74-$163 |
| 50 people | 38 burgers | 49 hot dogs | 18 cups | 18 cups | $184-$409 |
| 100 people | 74 burgers | 98 hot dogs | 35 cups | 35 cups | $363-$809 |
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Complete BBQ Cookout Tips
- Make potato salad a day ahead for best flavor
- Keep baked beans warm in a slow cooker
- Set up separate stations for meats and sides
- Buy 20% extra ground beef for burger patties
- Toast buns on the grill for extra flavor
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I plan meat quantities for a mixed cookout?
When serving both burgers and hot dogs, plan for 1 burger OR 1.5 hot dogs per person total. About 60% will choose burgers, 40% hot dogs.
How much of each side per person?
Plan for 1/2 cup each of potato salad and baked beans per person. That's about 3 cups of each side for 6 people.