Perfect Oven Cooked Bacon
Master the art of making perfectly crispy, golden bacon every time with this simple recipe for Oven Cooked Bacon. Say goodbye to stovetop splatter and hello to clean, even cooking using your trusty oven. With just five minutes of prep, you can bake up to 12 slices arranged neatly on a foil-lined sheet or a wire rack for extra crispiness. This no-fuss method ensures every piece of bacon cooks evenly to your desired level of doneness in just 15-20 minutes. Whether you're prepping for breakfast, brunch, or your favorite sandwich, this recipe offers consistent results and minimal cleanup. Plus, don’t forget to save that rendered bacon grease for cooking—it’s liquid gold! Perfect for bacon lovers looking for an effortless, mess-free cooking process.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Bacon slices
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
If you prefer crispy bacon, set an oven-safe wire rack on top of the baking sheet. This helps the fat drip away and allows the bacon to crisp evenly. Otherwise, you can place the bacon directly on the foil or parchment.
Lay the bacon slices in a single layer on the foil, parchment, or wire rack. Avoid overlapping the slices, as this will prevent proper cooking.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven on the center rack.
Bake the bacon for 15-20 minutes, depending on your desired level of crispiness. Start checking the bacon at the 12-minute mark to ensure it doesn't overcook.
Using tongs, carefully transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess grease.
Allow the bacon to cool slightly before serving.
Dispose of the rendered bacon grease by allowing it to cool and solidify, then discarding it in the trash, or save it for cooking use in a heat-resistant container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.0 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 108 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2196 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 522 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
