Easy Oven-Baked Bacon Guide

Why Cook Bacon in the Oven?

Cooking bacon in the oven has several advantages over frying it in a pan:

• Less mess: No grease splattering across your stovetop
• Even cooking: Bacon cooks uniformly without constant flipping
• Hands-free: Simply place it in the oven and let it cook
• Cook more at once: Perfect for feeding a crowd
• Easy cleanup: Use parchment paper or foil for quick cleanup

Whether you prefer chewy bacon or ultra-crispy strips, oven baking makes it easy to get the texture you love.

Ingredients

• 1 package bacon (thick-cut or regular)

Optional:

• Freshly cracked black pepper
• Brown sugar
• Maple syrup
• Smoked paprika
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