How to Bake Bacon in the Oven

Ingredients

• 1 pound Bacon (regular pork bacon, thick‑cut optional; slices should be of uniform thickness)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to fully preheat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Line Baking Sheet

   Line the half‑sheet with parchment paper. If you prefer the rack method, line the sheet with aluminum foil and place a nonstick wire cooling rack on top.

   Time: PT2M

3. Arrange Bacon

   Lay the bacon slices on the prepared surface, side by side, touching but not overlapping. If you must squeeze a full pound onto the sheet, a couple of slices may overlap – they will stick together, which is acceptable.

   Time: PT3M

4. Bake Bacon

   Place the sheet in the oven and bake for 15‑20 minutes for standard slices, or 25‑30 minutes for thick‑cut or extra‑crispy bacon. Check at the 15‑minute mark; the bacon should be fully cooked but still soft. Continue baking to reach your desired crispness.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

5. Remove and Drain

   Using tongs, transfer the hot bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.

   Time: PT2M

6. Serve

   Let the bacon rest a minute, then serve immediately or store as described below.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

168

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

0 g

Fat

13 g

Fiber

0 g