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How to Make Bacon in the Oven

Easy instructions on how to make bacon in the oven. The best way to get even, flat strips of bacon without the mess or potential grease pops. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 79 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound Bacon

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400F.
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  3. Set a metal rack on the foil-lined baking sheet.This will allow the bacon fat to drip away from the bacon during the cook. If you don't, don't sweat it, you will get the same results, but may have to let the bacon drain a little later.
  4. Flavor your bacon, if desired. See notes for flavor ideas.
  5. Arrange your bacon on the baking sheet or the wire rack in a single layer, leaving a little room between each slice.
  6. Bake for 12-20 minutes. My general rule of thumb is to check thin cut bacon at the 12-minute mark and to check thick cut bacon at the 15-minute mark.
  7. When it's perfectly browned, it's ready to come out.
  8. Transfer the bacon slices to a paper towel-lined plate. This will help pull away any extra fat and make for the best bacon bite.
  9. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  10. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!

Nutrition Information

Calories 79kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 125mg (5%) Potassium 37mg (1%) Vitamin A 5IU (0%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 79

% Daily Value*

Calories 79kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 125mg 5%
Potassium 37mg 1%
Vitamin A 5IU 0%
Calcium 1mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.