"I typically avoid buying anything processed, those items rapidly ruin my budget." ... what

processed foods are on average considerably cheaper. Spam, hot dogs, bacon, deli meats, and the list goes on and on.

Where do you shop? I am highly skeptical of your claims.

Depends where you live. Fresh food from an independent grocer is noticeably cheaper, fresher, longer-lasting, and tastier than any of the food (packaged or fresh) from major supermarkets here in Australia.

Deli meats are pretty expensive. So is bacon if you're using it as your entree.