Oven Baked Bacon Recipe
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Oven Baked Bacon Recipe
Description
The Oven Baked Bacon Recipe uses the oven to evenly cook bacon slices arranged on parchment-lined trays. Baking at 400°F for 15-20 minutes for regular slices or 20-28 for thick-cut allows the fat to render slowly, crisping the bacon without burning. Adjusting baking time depending on fat content and preference permits control over the texture, from tender to crunchy.
The method avoids the need for flipping multiple times and reduces bacon curling by keeping slices flat. After baking, placing cooked bacon on paper towels absorbs excess grease for a cleaner finish. This technique is practical for cooking larger batches or reducing mess compared to skillet frying.
Bacon baked in the oven pairs well with eggs, breakfast potatoes, or as an addition to sandwiches and salads. It can be cooked ahead and gently reheated without losing texture.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Bacon or 16 oz thick-sliced bacon, sliced, regular
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Line a half sheet rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange slices so they are touching but not overlapping.
- Bake regular cut bacon for 15-20 minutes or thick-cut bacon for 20-28 minutes. Timing varies depending on the fat content in the bacon and your desired crispiness. If baking 2 baking sheets at a time, rotate the baking sheets halfway.
- Use tongs to remove bacon from the baking sheet and transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbs | 1g | |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 375mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 21IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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