Brisket yield varies, but 50% should be a
conservative estimate.
For 200 people:
1/4 # each is 100 # pre-cook.
3/8 # each is 150 # pre-cook.
1/2 # each is 200 # pre-cook.
I would be looking at the 150 # level--maybe 11-13 packers depending on the size you can get.
Your yield may vary
TIM
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