Crispy Fried Bacon: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

browned to burned surprisingly quickly once it gets close to being done.

Continue cooking until the second side is browned and the bacon reaches your preferred level of crispiness.

For most bacon, the total cooking time will be around 8 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness, skillet, and heat.

Step 5: Transfer to Paper Towels

Use tongs to move the cooked bacon onto a plate lined with paper towels.

Let it sit for a minute or two.

The paper towels absorb some of the excess grease, while the bacon continues

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