Four Rashers Of Bacon Recipe
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Ingredients
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Bacon
Optional finishing
Method
Bacon
Bring to room temperature
Remove the four bacon rashers from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. This helps them cook evenly.
Preheat pan
Place a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and let it warm for 30 seconds. The oil helps prevent sticking and encourages even browning.
Season
Lightly sprinkle both sides of each rasher with the 1 teaspoon black pepper. No additional salt is necessary for typical streaky bacon, but taste and adjust if desired.
Cook bacon
Lay the rashers in a single layer in the warm skillet without overlapping. Cook over medium heat for 3–4 minutes on the first side, until the edges begin to crisp and fat renders. Flip with tongs and cook 2–4 minutes more, adjusting time to reach your preferred doneness (shorter for chewier, longer for crisp). Total cooking time will be about 6–8 minutes.
Drain and rest
Transfer cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess fat. Let rest 1–2 minutes—bacon will crisp slightly as it cools.
Optional finishing