Crispy Crunchy Bacon

Ingredients

• 8 slices Bacon (thick‑cut preferred, sliced into individual strips)
• 0.25 cup Water (just enough to cover the bottom of the pan; may vary slightly)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients and Equipment

   Pat the bacon slices dry with paper towels and set aside. Have the non‑stick pans, water, tongs, and a timer ready.

   Time: PT2M

2. Preheat Pan and Add Water

   Place one non‑stick pan on the electric stove and set to medium‑high heat. Add just enough water to cover the bottom of the pan (about ¼ cup).

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

3. Add Bacon and Start Cooking

   Lay four slices of bacon in the pan, making sure they do not overlap. Repeat in the second pan without water for comparison if desired.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

4. Reduce Heat and Let Water Steam

   When you see steady bubbling and steam (about 3‑4 minutes), turn the heat down to medium. The water will continue to steam, gently rendering the fat.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Flip Bacon

   Using tongs, flip each slice of bacon once the edges start to turn golden (around 7‑8 minutes total cooking time).

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

6. Continue Cooking Until Crisp

   Cook the bacon for another 4‑5 minutes, or until both sides are browned and the strips are crunchy. If the water has evaporated, the bacon will finish crisping in its own rendered fat.

   Time: PT4M

   Temperature: Medium

7. Remove and Drain Bacon

   Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

86

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

0 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

0 g