How To Cook Bacon On The Stove

Cook bacon on the stovetop just like Grandma used to.

For longer storage, the strips can be frozen for two to three months.

Just verify to cool the strips completely before storing and to seal them inside a zip-top plastic bag.

cooked bacon slices on a platter

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When ready to eat, gently reheat the strips in a skillet over medium-low heat until just warmed through.

Otherwise, allow the fat to cool and then strain it into a jar to keep in the fridge.

Whatever you do, dont toss it out.

bacon on butcher paper

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Cook bacon:

Heat the pan over medium-low.

Cook bacon until it begins to curl and brown.

Remove bacon from the pan using tongs and place on a paper towel-lined plate.

uncooked bacon in cast iron skillet

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Keep warm and repeat process with remaining bacon.

bacon beginning to curl in cast iron skillet

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bacon cooking in a cast iron skillet

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bacon slices on paper towels

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