Description
Learn how to perfectly cook crispy and evenly cooked bacon in the oven with minimal mess and effort. This simple method uses the oven’s heat for consistent results, making it great for breakfast, sandwiches, or recipes that call for cooked bacon.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 strips bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and adjust the oven rack to the center position to ensure even cooking of the bacon strips.
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with tin foil. This will help with easy clean-up as the bacon cooks and releases grease.
- Arrange the Bacon: Lay the bacon strips out flat on the foil-lined baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring that the strips do not overlap to allow for even cooking and crispiness.
- Cook the Bacon: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the bacon for 15-20 minutes. Adjust time depending on bacon thickness and desired crispiness; thinner bacon may take around 10 minutes while thicker slices can take up to 25 minutes for very crispy bacon.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven carefully. Transfer the cooked bacon strips onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For easier cleanup, use tin foil or parchment paper on the baking sheet.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the bacon.
- Keep an eye on the bacon towards the end of cooking to prevent burning.
- You can save the bacon grease for cooking other dishes if desired.
