CRISPY FRIED BACON SERVES 2 TO 4 8 slices bacon, cut crosswise in half Place the bacon in an even layer in a 12-inch cast-iron or heavy-bottomed nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat until sizzling, about minutes Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crisp on both sides, flipping and rearranging the slices as necessary, about 12 minutes total Drain the bacon on a paper-towel-lined plate and serve ... and continue to cook until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crisp on both sides, flipping and rearranging the slices as necessary, about 12 minutes total Drain the bacon on a paper-towel-lined plate and serve... 8 slices bacon, cut crosswise in half Place the bacon in an even layer in a 12-inch cast-iron or heavy-bottomed nonstick skillet and cook over medium heat until sizzling, about minutes Reduce the heat to medium-low