Step 1

One option is to lay bacon strips out on parchment paper on a baking sheet.

Step 2

Bake at 400°F for 15-16 minutes.

Step 3

The other option is to cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil and add a metal cooling rack. Then, lay the bacon strips on top of this.

Step 4

Bake at 400°F for 17-18 minutes.

Step 5

Lay bacon strips in the air fryer basket(s) in one layer. You don’t want to the bacon to overlap, but it can touch a little as it will get a bit smaller as it cooks.

Step 6

Air fry at 400°F for 7 minutes.

Step 7

The best way to microwave bacon is to use a silicone bacon maker. You simply fill each cavity with a strip of bacon and close it up.

Step 8

Place on a plate with a paper towel and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes.

Step 9

Allow the bacon to cool in the microwave for 1 minute after.