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How To Microwave Bacon
Follow all our tips to see how to microwave bacon, for a quick and easy meal. It's a great time saving hack when want to cook a few slices of bacon.
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
3 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 115 kcal
Course:
Breakfast , Lunch
Cuisine:
British
Ingredients
- 4 lices Bacon
Instructions
- Put 2 pieces of kitchen paper on a microwaveable plate and lay 4 slices of bacon on it, making sure that they don't overlap.
- Put another 2 pieces of kitchen paper on top of the bacon and then put it in the microwave on high for 4 minutes.
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Notes
- Don't forget to add the paper towels, as this will soak up all the grease.
- The bacon will get crispier as it cools, so bare this in mind when cooking it.
- Don't overlap the bacon on the plate. Each slice should be next to each other, and not overlapping.
- Be careful when taking the plate out of the microwave, as it will be very hot. Use oven gloves or some paper towels to get it out.
- The key to this recipe is using the best quality bacon that you can.
- Use bacon slices that are the same size and shape. This will ensure that they all cook evenly.
- Let the bacon rest for a couple of minutes before serving, as this will help it to crisp up.
Nutrition Information
Serving
2slices
Calories
115kcal
(6%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Sodium
400mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2slices | |
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 400mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.