The Easiest and Cleanest Way to Cook Bacon

Ingredients

• 12 slices Bacon (choose thin‑cut or thick‑cut based on preference; do not overlap slices)
• 1 sheet Aluminum Foil (large enough to line the baking sheet)
• 4 sheets Paper Towels (for draining cooked bacon)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Prepare Baking Sheet

   Line a rimmed baking sheet with a sheet of aluminum foil, making sure the foil extends up the sides to catch rendered fat.

   Time: PT2M

3. Arrange Bacon

   Lay the 12 bacon slices in a single layer on the foil, ensuring they do not overlap.

   Time: PT2M

4. Initial Roast

   Place the sheet in the oven and roast until the fat begins to render, about 5–6 minutes.

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Rotate and Continue Roasting

   Using tongs, rotate the baking sheet for even browning, then continue roasting until the bacon is crisp and brown—5–6 minutes more for thin‑cut or 8–10 minutes for thick‑cut.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 400°F

6. Drain and Rest

   Using tongs, transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to crisp further.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

126

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

0 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

0 g