Oven Cooked Bacon
on Nov 25, 2022, Updated Aug 21, 2024
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This is hands down the best 🥓 bacon hack on the Internet. I have been making Oven Cooked Bacon this way for as long as I can remember. There’s absolutely no reason to use a pan and make a mess (unless you want to). This method requires zero dishwashing and makes the crispiest bacon. Also, the foil can be re-used as it comes out completely clean, and I use unbleached parchment paper by “If You Care” which is certified compostable for home/backyard and industrial/municipal composting. I know we try to be as mindful for the environment as possible, so please do your best and feel free to avoid using foil if you wish to do so.
Why You’ll Love Oven Cooked Bacon
My method for Oven Cooked Bacon is the easiest, and cleanest way to cook bacon. This is totally fuss-proof: literally pop it in the oven and you’re good to go. The result is the crispiest bacon ever, that you can use as is, or in so many recipes throughout the week, such as salads, 🌯 wraps, and sandwiches. Bacon is one of the most versatile ingredients since it adds so much flavor without needing a ton of it. This method is great for busy households or if you need to make a lot of bacon for a crowd. You won’t have to stand by the frying pan watching it cook, or spend valuable time 🫧 scrubbing your pans.
How to Prepare
👩🍳 Take your baking sheet, and cover it with a piece of foil paper. Then cover the foil with a piece of parchment paper on top.
🔥Preheat your oven to 400F (200C) or 425F (220C).
🥓 Now, place the bacon strips directly on the lined baking sheet.
⏲️ Bake for about 20-25 minutes but be mindful that timing will depend on the oven or how cooked you like your bacon so keep an eye on it. Enjoy!
Nonna’s Tip 🥓
The trick to Oven Cooked Bacon is to double-line a baking sheet with foil and then parchment paper on top. This will ensure absolutely no mess or fuss at all.
Variations and Substitutions for Oven Cooked Bacon
- This method works well with all types of 🥓 bacon, whether it’s thick-cut, thin-cut, or flavored varieties. Just adjust the cooking time based on the thickness.
- You certainly do not have to use the foil or parchment paper if you don’t want to. You can cook the bacon directly on the baking sheet as well, you’ll just have more grease to 🧽 clean up.
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Best Served With
- This Oven Cooked Bacon is great for 🍳 brunch, served with French Toast Casserole, Poached Eggs, and a bowl of fruit.
- Use this bacon all week long to top your 🥗 sCobb Salad, garnish your pasta Carbonara, or on these delicious Bacon Brussels Sprouts.
Common Questions
Yes, this method works well with all types of bacon, whether it’s thick-cut, thin-cut, or flavored varieties. Just adjust the cooking time based on the thickness.
Absolutely! I like lining the baking sheet with foil and parchment paper just to make cleanup much easier, but you can cook bacon directly on the baking sheet. You will have more grease to clean up at the end.
The Oven Cooked Bacon is done when it reaches your desired level of crispiness. Keep an eye on it after 15 minutes, and remember that it will continue to crisp up slightly as it cools.
Oven Cooked Bacon
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pack bacon
Instructions
- The trick is to double line a baking sheet with foil and then parchment paper on top. This will ensure absolutely no mess or fuss at all.
- Place the bacon on the lined baking sheet and make sure the oven is preheated to 400F (200C) or 425F (220C). Both temperatures work but cooking it at 400F (200C) takes a few minutes longer.
- My bacon usually takes 20-25 minutes but be mindful that timing will depend on the oven or how cooked you like your bacon so keep an eye on it. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
