Bacon 🥓—the star of the show.
Here are the best ways to cook it, depending on your mood and cleanup tolerance.
Crispy Skillet Bacon (classic)
- Lay bacon in a cold pan (no overlap).
- Turn heat to medium.
- Cook 8–12 min, flipping occasionally.
- Drain on paper towels.
Oven Bacon (hands-off & even)
- Heat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
- Line a tray with foil + rack if you have one.
- Bake 15–20 min until crispy.
Extra-Crispy Air Fryer
- 190°C / 375°F, 7–10 min
(check halfway—every air fryer’s a little chaotic)
Pro Tips
- Cold pan = less splatter, better render
- Save the bacon fat (golden liquid treasure)
- Thicker cut = lower heat, more patience
If you want chewy vs shatter-crispy, candied bacon, or how to store & reheat, just say the word 😏
