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How to Cook Bacon in the Oven (Best Way to Cook Bacon!) Recipe

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Discover the best way to cook bacon with this easy oven-baked method that yields crispy, evenly cooked slices without the mess of frying. Perfect for meal prepping or feeding a crowd, baking bacon on a sheet lined with parchment or foil ensures hassle-free cleanup and delicious results every time.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil (for lining the baking sheet)
  • Rimmed baking sheet

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Bring bacon to room temperature: Let the bacon sit out for 10–15 minutes before cooking to ensure more even cooking results.
  3. Arrange bacon: Separate the bacon slices and lay them flat in a single layer on the lined baking sheet without overlapping for uniform cooking.
  4. Start with a cold oven: Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of the oven before turning it on. This allows the fat to render slowly for even cooking.
  5. Set oven temperature and bake: Turn the oven to 350°F. Bake bacon based on desired doneness: 20–25 minutes for softer bacon, 25–30 minutes for crispy bacon. For extra-crispy bacon, increase the oven to 400°F and bake 18–22 minutes, checking 5 minutes early to prevent burning.
  6. Drain excess grease: Use tongs to transfer cooked bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease.
  7. Optional – Save bacon grease: Pour rendered fat through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean jar and refrigerate for up to 3 months to use in cooking.
  8. Serve and enjoy: Enjoy your perfectly baked bacon on its own or as an ingredient in your favorite dishes.

Notes

  • Do not preheat the oven; start with it cold for even cooking.
  • Let bacon come to room temperature before cooking for optimal results.
  • This recipe is designed for thick-cut bacon; thinner slices may cook faster.
  • Use the middle rack to promote even heat circulation.
  • Do not overlap bacon slices to avoid uneven cooking and sogginess.
  • Start checking bacon 5 minutes before the minimum cook time, especially at higher temperatures, to prevent burning.

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