Step 1

Optional: For easier clean up, line a baking sheet with foil.

Step 2

Place each strip of bacon flat on the baking sheet. Bacon can be very close together, but try not to overlap.

Step 3

Place bacon in a cold oven. Set the oven to bake at 400˚F.

Step 4

Cook the bacon for 20 minutes. Check the bacon and allow to cook for another 5-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy throughout.

Step 5

Remove bacon from the oven and transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Allow bacon to fully cool.

Step 6

Break bacon into small bits with your hands, or chop more finely with a sharp knife, then transfer to a bowl to serve.