Place bacon slices on the baking sheet. Try not to overlap slices.
Cook at 400F degrees for 15-20 minutes, and (if necessary) continue to cook in 5-minute increments until it is almost exactly how you want it.
Using tongs, remove the crispy bacon from the pan and place it on a plate lined with paper towels. Layer bacon and paper towels on the plate until all the bacon is covered.
Notes
Please note, each brand of bacon will be different and cooking time will vary depending on the cut. Thick-cut bacon can take up to 30 minutes, while thinner cuts may only take 15.
Cooked bacon will continue to crisp up a bit on the tray after you take it out of the oven.
This method also works great with turkey bacon, but I reduce that initial cook time to 10 minutes before checking on it.
Store cooked bacon in the freezer for up to 3 months or 1 week in the fridge.
Reheat baked bacon in the microwave for 30 seconds for a fast breakfast