Discover a new way to cook bacon that leaves out the muss and fuss but keeps the crispiness!
Let’s talk bacon. There is, after all, a lot to talk about given the myriad types of bacon and the number of ways you can cook and eat it. While I’ve usually fried it in a pan on the stovetop, I’ve recently been exploring different methods with ease in mind. One particular method that I wasn’t even aware of until a friend told me about it is this one: broiled bacon!
It involves exactly what you would expect: strips of bacon lined up on a baking sheet and cooked in the oven. It’s a clean and simple method that results in crispy bacon every time! It doesn’t require any additional oil or fat and lets you focus on cooking the rest of your breakfast. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised at just how easy cooking bacon can be.
How many types of bacon are there?
When most people think of bacon, they picture the classic strips of pork belly sizzling in a pan, but bacon isn’t limited to just one cut or even one type of meat. Traditional pork bacon remains the most popular, prized for its smoky richness, while turkey and chicken bacon offer leaner alternatives with fewer calories and less fat, though they don’t quite capture the same flavor. Then there’s back bacon, which comes from the loin rather than the belly, giving it a leaner, ham-like quality. In the United States, this is often called Canadian bacon, but in Canada, “Canadian bacon” refers to something else entirely: peameal bacon, a cured cut of back bacon rolled in cornmeal. Beyond these, you may encounter other varieties, from slab bacon to Italian pancetta, but for most North American breakfast plates, these are the cuts you’re most likely to find.
How do I store leftovers?
Let the bacon cool completely before storing it in an airtight container or resealable bag. Cooked bacon will keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to use it, thaw the strips overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat them in the oven or microwave. Keep in mind that frozen bacon may lose a bit of its crispness, so it’s often best used as a topping for sandwiches, salads, or casseroles rather than as the star of the plate.
Serving suggestions
My favorite way to eat bacon (besides eating it plain and simple alongside Soft Scrambled Eggs or Whole-Wheat Pancakes) is in BLT form, whether that’s a classic BLT Sandwich, a great BLT Dip to share, or a crisp and refreshing BLT Salad. Bacon also makes a fantastic topping for Quick Baked Potatoes, folds beautifully into a Cheese Omelet or Bacon And Spinach Frittata, and adds irresistible flavor when crumbled over creamy soups like Seafood Chowder or Corn Chowder.
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to the 'broil' setting. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Spread the bacon slices out in a single layer. Place the tray in the oven and cook the bacon for 10 minutes. Flip the strips and cook for 2 more minutes. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning! Thicker slices may take a little longer, and thinner slices may be done faster.
- Remove the bacon strips from the tray.
- Place the bacon strips on a paper-towel-lined plate to absorb the excess grease.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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