Plus, cleaning up afterward is so much easier.
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I grew up thinking bacon was only cooked in the microwave.
That was until I discovered an even better method for cooking bacon.
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Heres what they recommend.
Bake in the oven at 350F for 25 to 30 minutes or 375 for 15 to 20 minutes.
The exact time it will take to cook your bacon will depend on the thickness of the slices.
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She also recommends saving the bacon fat that catches at the bottom.
When doing this, I always drain (and save!)
the bacon fat midway through the cooking process.
This step prevents the bacon from sticking, but the real reason is the cleanup.
Chef Icalina makes candied bacon in the oven for an extra special treat.
This is a sweet and savory treat thats always a hit.
I coat the bacon strips in this mixture, then arrange them on a baking sheet.
The contrast between the salty bacon and the sweet glaze is simply divine."
