• Cook your bacon. I do this in the same extra large skillet that I'm making my meal in, but feel free to cook your bacon in the oven if you prefer, or the air fryer. Both methods are in the notes section at the bottom.
• To cook bacon in the skillet: I slice my entire package of bacon in half the short way, and then slice the slab of bacon strips into small pieces. Cook in an extra large skillet until crisp and then remove with a slotted spoon to drain on paper towels.
• Reserve about 2 tablespoons bacon drippings in your skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey or beef, onion, and pepper. When beef is fully cooked through, add the garlic and ginger and stir for about 30 seconds.
• While the meat is cooking, whisk the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, liquid smoke, and soy sauce together in a small bowl. Add the sauce to the browned meat and add the pineapple juice to the mixture, keeping in mind that the sauce will thicken. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce the heat to low and cook for 30 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
• When the mixture is done simmering, crumble the cooked bacon and add it to the sloppy joe mixture. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Serve on sweet Hawaiian rolls. If desired, you can add a slice of pineapple to the bun, a slice of red onion, and a few banana pepper rings.

Slow Cooker Instructions

• Brown the ground turkey or beef with the onion, green pepper, garlic, and ginger. Transfer to the slow cooker and add the sauce and combine well. Before serving, add the bacon and season to taste with salt and pepper. Cook on low for 3-4 hours and serve as directed.

Freezer Instructions

• Brown the meat and onion, green pepper, garlic, and ginger. Transfer to a heavy-duty Ziploc bag or freezer container. Add the sauce and crumbled bacon and freeze. When ready to cook, transfer to a slow cooker and cook on low for 3-5 hours. Serve as directed.