How to Cook Bacon on the Stove (Cast Iron Skillet)

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Why You'll Love This Stovetop Bacon Recipe

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Ingredient List

Add bacon to a cold skillet

Cook the bacon

Drain the bacon on paper towels

Quick Tip

Ashley Petrie

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How to Cook Bacon on the Stove (Cast Iron Skillet)

Why You'll Love This Stovetop Bacon Recipe

01. Ready in just 15 minutes

02. Crispy and delicious every time

03. Versatile - more than just breakfast

04. Easy to make

Ingredient List

Good-Quality Bacon Look for thick-cut, naturally smoked, dry-cured or uncured bacon.

Add bacon to a cold skillet

Cook the bacon

Drain the bacon on paper towels

Quick Tip

Cooking the bacon low and slow gently renders the fat out, which leads to crisper bacon. It also means less splattering.

Ashley Petrie

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