Description
This recipe for oven-baked bacon delivers perfectly crispy or chewy bacon slices with minimal effort and mess. Baking bacon in the oven allows for even cooking and easy cleanup, making it ideal for breakfast, brunch, or adding a savory crunch to any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 10 slices bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Arrange the bacon: Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Ensure the slices do not touch each other to allow for even cooking.
- Bake the bacon: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 14 minutes if you prefer chewy bacon. For extra crispy bacon, bake for up to 18 minutes. Keep in mind that bacon continues to cook slightly after removal from the oven.
- Drain and serve: Once baked to your liking, transfer the bacon slices onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Discard or save the bacon grease for other recipes. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven and thickness of the bacon slices.
- You can save the rendered bacon fat for cooking to add rich flavor to dishes like eggs or roasted vegetables.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and help with easy cleanup.
- For faster cleanup, consider using a rimmed baking sheet to catch grease.
