Smoked Bacon
Crispy, smoky bacon slices cooked to perfection in a skillet. Simple and satisfying.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 8 slices bacon
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- 1
Place the 8 bacon slices in a cold, large skillet in a single layer. Do not overlap.
- 2
Turn the heat to medium and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the bacon starts to brown and release fat.
- 3
Flip the bacon with tongs and cook for another 4-6 minutes, until it reaches your desired crispness.
- 4
Sprinkle the 0.5 teaspoon black pepper and 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika evenly over both sides.
- 5
Transfer the bacon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain for 1-2 minutes before serving.
- 6
Serve hot as a side or use in sandwiches, salads, or breakfast dishes.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Tongs
- Paper towels
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