Cooking bacon can be messy and time-consuming, but there’s a simple method that delivers perfectly crispy, evenly cooked bacon with minimal effort — and no splattering mess.
Why You’ll Love This Method
- No Mess – Keeps your stovetop and counters clean.
- Hands-Off Cooking – Minimal monitoring required.
- Perfectly Cooked – Even crispiness from edge to edge.
- Versatile – Works for small or large batches.
- Customizable – Adjust cooking time for chewy or extra-crispy bacon.
The Easiest Way to Cook Bacon: Oven-Baked Method
The oven-baked method is efficient, consistent, and ideal for cooking bacon without the mess of stovetop frying.
Ingredients & Tools
- Bacon slices
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper (optional, for easy cleanup)
- Wire cooling rack (optional, for extra crispiness)
