Perfect Bacon

Learn how to cook perfect bacon every time using the oven method. Crispy, evenly cooked, and mess-free.

Prep: 5min
Cook: 20min
Serves: 4
easy
185 cal
Crispy golden bacon strips on parchment paper

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Bacon stripsthick-cut preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepperfreshly ground, optional
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugaroptional for sweet bacon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 2

    Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    Arrange bacon strips in single layer without overlapping.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle with pepper or brown sugar if desired.

  5. 5

    Bake 15-20 minutes until desired crispness is reached.

  6. 6

    Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain.

💡 Pro Tips

Don't flip the bacon - the oven cooks it evenly on both sides.

🔄 Variations

Try maple bacon with maple syrup or spicy bacon with cayenne pepper.

🏠 Storage

Store cooked bacon in refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in microwave or oven.

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