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How Much Butter (for bread) Per Person? — Serving Size Guide

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Standard serving: 1 tbsp (14g) per person

Adjust up for hungry adults, down for children

Overview

Butter (for bread): 1 tbsp (14g) per person. Plan the right amount for your meal.

Key Details

  • Standard serving: 1 tbsp (14g) per person
  • Adjust up for hungry adults, down for children
  • Consider side dishes when planning portions
  • Leftovers? Plan 1.5x per person for extras

Why This Matters

  • Planning portions prevents food waste
  • Knowing serving sizes helps with grocery shopping
  • Proper portioning ensures everyone is well-fed

How To

  1. 1Plan 1 tbsp (14g) of butter (for bread) per person
  2. 2Multiply by number of guests
  3. 3Add 10-20% extra for seconds and leftovers
  4. 4For parties/buffets, increase by 25-50%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plan 1 tbsp (14g) per person.