Here’s the golden rule that keeps me from overbuying or underfeeding: one pound of bone-in leg of lamb will feed about one hungry adult. If the leg is boneless, you get a bit more meat per pound, so a boneless leg feeds roughly two people per pound. This isn’t a science exam; it’s just a good ballpark to start from.
Think of it like ordering pizza. You know some folks will eat three slices while others nibble one. Lamb is exactly the same. A 5-pound bone-in leg is your safe bet for four to six people, while a 7-pounder can handle a crowd of six to eight. It’s really that simple once you stop overthinking it.
