How to Cook Bacon in the Oven

Step 1

Position the oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat to 375°F (191°C).

Step 2

Line a large sheet tray with foil.

Step 3

Place the bacon on the pan making sure that they do not overlap.

Step 4

Roast the bacon for 15 minutes. Remove the tray from the oven and use tongs to flip over the strips.

Step 5

Bake until bacon is fully cooked, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer to a paper towel lined sheet tray to absorb excess grease.

Step 7

Eat immediately or once cooled, transfer to a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for up to one week.

Step 8

Line a baking pan with foil. Place a wire baking rack on top.

Step 9

Position the oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat to 375°F (191°C).

Step 10

Place the bacon on the wire rack making sure that they do not overlap.

Step 11

Roast the bacon for 15 minutes. Remove the tray from the oven and use tongs to flip over the bacon.

Step 12

Bake until bacon is fully cooked, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Step 13

Transfer to a paper towel lined sheet tray to absorb excess grease.

Step 14

Eat immediately or once cooled, transfer to a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for up to one week.