Spanish collard green soup

We’ve got a secret to share, though: collard greens. These leafy greens are packed with nutrients and cost as little as $2 per pound, making them one of our favorite ingredients.

This recipe for Spanish collard green soup is not only delicious but also easy to make.

Here’s the recipe:

• 3 cans of Great Northern beans: 91 cents each, or $2.73
• 2 bags of collards: $2.50 for 1-pound bag, or $5
• 1 onion: 79 cents
• 3 garlic cloves: 15 cents each, or $1.49 for 2 bulbs
• 1 Yukon Gold or waxy potato, peeled and cubed: 59 cents
• 3 chorizo sausages (soft in casing): $6.49 for 3-pack
• 1 ham bone or ham center with cut slices: $3.59 for 1 pound of ham center
• 3 tablespoons cumin powder: 53 cents, or $1.69 for 2-ounce bottle
• Total cost: $19.91
• Servings: 6 to 8
• Price per serving: $2.49

After combining the ingredients, set your slow cooker on high for about four hours. You’ll have enough for leftovers, too –– talk about the ultimate budget-saving meal!