Saucy Franks with Rice

Saucy Franks with Rice ½ lb. bacon strips, diced 1 small onion, chopped ⅓ cup green pepper, chopped 2 stalks of celery, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice ¾ cup ketchup ¼ tsp. chili powder, heaping 1 pkg. (1 lb.) hot dogs, cut into bite-sized pieces Pineapple chunks or tidbits, drained, optional Cooked rice In a medium saucepan, cook bacon until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels; set aside. Drain bacon grease, reserving 1 tablespoon of the drippings. Saute the onion, celery, green pepper and garlic in the drippings until tender. Add pineapple juice, ketchup and chili powder; mix well. Bring the mixture to a boil. Add the hot dogs and return to a boil. Reduce heat and cover; simmer 8 minutes or until the hot dogs are heated through. Stir in the pineapple, if desired and cook another 3-5 minutes or until the pineapple are heated through. Mix in bacon. Serve over rice.