You don’t need a gadget, just a plate and paper towels for crispy bacon in minutes.
Its how my mom always did it.
When dad did it on the stove, it burned to a crisp.
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Microwave bacon, on the other hand, requires no technique outside of pressing buttons.
For the cooking-impaired, its foolproof.
Does Microwaving Bacon Work?
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We microwaved six different brands of bacon, from brand name to discount, and learned a few things.
Flipping halfway through helped the bacon cook more evenly.
For thick-cut bacon, 5 minutes worked better, with a flip at the halfway mark.
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We tested our bacon in 1000 and 1200-watt microwaves and the timing was the same in both.
However, you may need to add a little more time if your microwave is lower wattage.
However, you may need to add a little more time if your microwave is lower wattage.
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Itll be listed as the power output.
Place the bacon on top, without overlapping.
Cover with another 2 layers of paper towels.
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Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes for regular bacon or 2 minutes 30 seconds for thick-cut bacon.
Peel back the top layer of paper towels and use tongs to flip the bacon strips.
Tip
For crispier bacon, continue microwaving 30 seconds at a time until desired consistency is reached.
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