How to Microwave Bacon

Cooking bacon in the microwave is one of the easiest and least messy ways to prepare this delicious meat.

First, line a microwave-safe plate with microwave-safe paper towels (read the label!). Then arrange six bacon slices on them, side-by-side but not overlapping.

Cover with another sheet of microwave-safe paper towel. Microwave the bacon for 4-6 minutes on high, checking after 3 minutes. Rotate the plate after three minutes so the bacon cooks evenly.

Remove the bacon from the plate it cooked on and let stand on fresh paper towel for 2-3 minutes so it can firm and finish cooking, then use.

You can buy a Microwave Bacon Tray, which drains away the fat as the bacon cooks.