Cooking bacon in the oven is a simple and convenient way to achieve perfectly crispy and evenly cooked bacon without the mess and splatter of pan-frying. By placing the bacon strips on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and baking them in a preheated oven, you can ensure that the bacon cooks evenly and consistently, with minimal effort.
Cooking bacon in the oven offers several advantages over traditional pan-frying methods. Firstly, it is a much cleaner and less messy process, as the grease and splatters are contained within the oven. Secondly, it is a more hands-off approach, as you do not need to constantly monitor the bacon as it cooks. Additionally, cooking bacon in the oven allows for more precise temperature control, resulting in bacon that is cooked to your desired level of crispiness.