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On a budget, planning is key. Before you go shopping know what you are going to make for the week and buy only those ingredients.
Learn to make dishes that are economical. In other words, don't concentrate on Filet Mignon and expensive cuts of meat. Try cooking oxtail, shin, etc. Learn to cook with Tofu, lentils and beans (all good sources of protein).
Check out Mark Bittman's online stuff, The Minimalist. There are a ton of recipes online. Also check out Food Network and the Cooking Channel for inspiration.
I do take a small issue with Levite's suggestion to only go for fresh. Yes, fresh is usually better but if you can't get it, don't obsess about it (I would argue that canned Tomatoes are better than fresh when fresh are not in season).
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