This converter requires the use of Javascript enabled and capable browsers. This script creates a no-frills, meat and potatoes (hold the potatoes) planning guide for the dinner meat weight. Using our calculator will supply an approximate requirement for the number of guests dining, for the amount (pre-cooked weight) of meat required. Calculations are for turkey, beef or ham, up to 16 people. Select the type of meat (yes, each is different), the number of people and click on calculate. The result is is pounds and ounces (US), and in kilograms (metric). What time do we eat?