Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon

This foolproof method for Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon completely changes the game. Cooking bacon in the oven yields perfectly flat, evenly shattered strips while entirely eliminating grease splatters on your stove. Whether you are prepping a big batch for Sunday brunch or saving strips for weekday sandwiches, the oven technique delivers maximum crunch with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Thick-Cut Bacon (or standard-cut bacon)

• Optional Variations: * Black Pepper Bacon: 1 Tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper

  • Maple Glazed Bacon: 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup + 1 Teaspoon dark brown sugar