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I like to say life tastes better with bacon. I\u2019m a bacon lover, and bacon is a beloved breakfast staple in my kitchen. Whether you want your bacon crispy or tender, there are several cooking techniques to cook bacon to perfection. Keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Note: Thanks to the Amazon Associates Program and other affiliate programs, I receive compensation for the products sold through the affiliate links in this post at no cost to the buyer.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, I\u2019ll explore the best methods for cooking bacon, including pan-frying it, cooking it with water (yes, with water), microwaving it, and oven-baking it, which is my favorite technique, and I\u2019ll tell you why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to pan-fry bacon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pan-fried is the classic and most popular method for cooking bacon. It yields delicious results, but it is pretty messy. It messes up the pan and, most of the time, the stove. And if you live in the AC as we do in Miami, your house and clothes will smell like bacon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To pan-fry bacon, heat a large skillet over medium heat and place the bacon slices on it, leaving some space between them. Cook the bacon for 8-10 minutes, flipping it occasionally until it’s golden brown and crispy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always cover your pan with an anti-splatter screen<\/a> to significantly reduce the mess. Use tongs to remove the bacon from the skillet and let it rest on a paper towel to absorb excess fat. You may need to lightly press the bacon on top with paper towels to remove the fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to cook bacon with water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Add water to your pan-fried bacon if you want to avoid some of the splatterings and create a slightly different texture. Here’s how to do it: heat a large skillet over medium heat and place the bacon slices in it. Add enough water to cover the bacon. Cook over medium-high heat until the water evaporates and the bacon sizzles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the bacon starts sizzling, reduce the heat to medium, cover your pan with an anti-splatter screen, and continue cooking for 5-10 minutes. Flip the bacon occasionally until it’s crispy and golden brown. Use tongs to remove the bacon<\/a> from the skillet and let it rest on a paper towel to absorb excess fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to microwave bacon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cooking bacon in the microwave is the quickest and easiest way to go.  There is no need to flip the bacon. Additionally, it produces less mess and cleanup than stovetop cooking, as the paper towels<\/a> absorb much of the grease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, the bacon may not crisp up as much as it would when pan-fried or oven-baked. Microwaving bacon may result in uneven cooking, with some pieces overcooked while others remain undercooked.  Personally, I find that microwaved bacon can have a rubbery texture or an unappetizing appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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That said if you want to microwave bacon, arrange the slices on a microwave-safe dish lined with a paper towel. Cover the bacon with another paper towel to prevent splatters, and microwave for 4-6 minutes. The time depends on your microwave’s wattage and the bacon’s desired crispiness. Watch the bacon as it cooks to avoid overcooking or burning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to cook bacon in the oven<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you want to make the best bacon, try cooking it in the oven. This technique is easy and carefree. Pop up your bacon in a preheated oven, set the timer, and wait until the bacon is perfectly cooked \u2500no splatter, mess, and almost smell-free! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For all those reasons, this is my favorite bacon cooking technique. But there is more. You can bake a whole package of bacon at once. If you have a crowd, you can bake two packages, on two baking sheets, at a time!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This is perfect, especially when you live surrounded by bacon lovers like me. And while the bacon is in the oven, you can multitask in the kitchen: cook the eggs, make pancakes, set the table, and so on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to oven-bake bacon to perfection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The following are my tips to oven-bake bacon to perfection:<\/p>\n\n\n\n