5 things you didn’t know about Costco’s $550 ham

It takes a real ham enthusiast to know that the steep price of $549.99 is really a steal. This meat is so pricey because it comes from a rare breed of pig that’s raised only in Spain. The typical price point for a leg of Jamón Ibérico de Bellota ranges between $900 and $1,300. It’s even pricey on Amazon. Here are some more Costco shopping tips that will save you lots of money.

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