Bacon Bits Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bacon Bits Ingredients
Method
Bacon Bits Directions
- 1
Prepare the Bacon
Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up.
- 2
Slice the Bacon
Take the pound of bacon and slice it into small pieces, about 1/2 inch wide. This will help them cook evenly and become crispy.
- 3
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Spread the sliced bacon evenly on the prepared baking sheet, making sure the pieces do not overlap.
- 4
Season the Bacon
In a small bowl, mix together black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over the bacon pieces.
- 5
Bake the Bacon
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon pieces are crispy and browned. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- 6
Drain and Cool
Once the bacon bits are done, remove them from the oven and transfer the bacon bits onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease.
- 7
Store or Serve
Allow the bacon bits to cool completely before using them in recipes or storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.