Step 1

Line a half-sheet pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Lay a wire rack over the half-sheet pan.

Step 3

Spray the wire rack with nonstick spray.

Step 4

Mix the brown sugar, the black pepper, and the red pepper flakes together.

Step 5

Spread the brown sugar mixture evenly over the bacon on both sides.

Step 6

Lay the bacon on the prepared wire rack.

Step 7

Place the baking sheet with the wire rack in a cold oven.

Step 8

Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 9

Cook the bacon until crispy, about 20-30 minutes. Keep a close eye on it towards the end of the cooking time so the brown sugar does not burn.

Step 10

Allow the bacon to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Serve.