Bacon is one of the most beloved foods of all time. It’s crispy, savory, and deliciously salty, and can be served in a variety of ways. While most people fry their bacon on the stove, baking it is actually a great alternative that yields perfect results every time. Today, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide on How To Bake Bacon to perfection!
Take an extra-large sheet pan with raised sides and line well with foil. Place a metal cooling rack on top of the tray. Lightly grease the cooling rack with cooking spray.
Place bacon slices in an even layer (not touching) on top of the cooling rack.
Bake the bacon in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until it is golden and crisped to your liking. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your bacon slices, so keep an eye on them as they cook.
Remove the bacon from the oven and place it on a paper towel-lined plate. Blot the excess grease off the bacon with another paper towel to remove any remaining grease. Enjoy whole pieces or dice to use in recipes.
You can wad up the foil with grease and discard OR carefully transfer the grease to a mason jar. Save that grease in the fridge and use in recipes--delish!
Notes
Note 1: Each slice of bacon should be around 1 ounce for this timing. You can cook as many slices as you can fit on the cooling rack, this is 8 for me!