Calculators
Scale Recipe Servings Calculator
Searchers often ask how to stretch a family recipe when a few extra guests show up. Enter original and target servings, list your ingredients once, and get scaled amounts in one table.
This page starts at 4 servings scaled to 6 — a common bump for pasta night. Fractions display as kitchen-friendly amounts when the toggle is on.
Use the controls below to change serving counts and edit the ingredient list.
Scaled from 4 to 6 servings (×1.5)
| Ingredient | Original | Scaled |
|---|---|---|
| ground beef | 1 lb | 1 1/2 lb |
| onion, diced | 1 cup | 1 1/2 cups |
| tomato sauce | 15 oz | 22 1/2 oz |
| pasta, dry | 12 oz | 18 oz |
| Parmesan, grated | 1/2 cup | 3/4 cup |
Salt, pepper, and strong spices often need less than a straight multiply — taste as you go.
Scaled amounts are arithmetic estimates. Adjust to taste, especially for salt and spices.
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