how long to bake bacon at 425

To bake bacon at 425°F (220°C), the cooking time will depend on the thickness of the bacon and your desired level of crispiness. Here are some general guidelines:

– Thin-cut bacon: 8-12 minutes
– 8 minutes for slightly chewy
– 10 minutes for crispy
– 12 minutes for extra crispy

– Thick-cut bacon: 12-18 minutes
– 12 minutes for slightly chewy
– 15 minutes for crispy
– 18 minutes for extra crispy

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
3. Lay the bacon slices on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure not to overlap them.
4. Bake for the desired time, or until the bacon reaches your preferred level of crispiness.
5. Remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Keep an eye on the bacon during the last few minutes of baking, as it can quickly go from perfectly crispy to burnt.