How to Cook Bacon in the Oven

Name: How to Cook Bacon in the Oven
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 package Bacon

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Total Time
18 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
230 kcal
Course
Breakfast
Cuisine
American

How to Cook Bacon in the Oven

Layla Henson

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Follow this easy recipe to cook perfectly golden-crispy bacon every time!

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1 package Bacon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. If desired, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on the prepared pan.
Bake for 12 minutes. Check on the bacon and continue cooking for an additional 6 to 8 minutes* or as needed until crisp. Thick-cut bacon will need extra time.
Use tongs to transfer the bacon strips to a paper towel-lined plate.
If desired, allow the bacon fat to cool for 10 minutes and reserve in a jar for cooking.

Notes

*Be sure to check the bacon early. Cooking time can vary based on the pan used as well as the brand of bacon.
Store brand bacon is often cut very thin and can sometimes cook faster than national brands. Check it early!
For easy cleanup, line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper before adding the strips of bacon. No baking rack is required.
Ensure the bacon slices are in a single layer, overlapping pieces won't crisp as well.
If you're making larger batches of bacon, use two pans and switch the placement of the pans after about 10 minutes. You may need to add a few minutes of cooking time.
Keep leftover bacon in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven, in the microwave, or the air fryer.

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Calories 230 (12%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 36mg (12%) Sodium 365mg (15%) Potassium 109mg (3%) Vitamin A 20IU (0%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)