How to Make Perfect Bacon Without the Mess From Grease Splatter

When I heard that adding a little water to a pan of bacon would keep it from splattering fat as it cooked, I had to give the trick a try for myself — and discovered that this little tip is more than just a way to keep your apron clean. It is the key to better bacon on the stovetop.

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Who knew we’d live at a time where bacon was trendy?  Maybe you’re out of the loop and didn’t even know bacon is trendy.  Well my friends here’s some evidence.  Bacon is popping up all over the place.  Foodies are putting it on cupcakes, in cookies, on doughnuts and caramel.  You can buy bacon chips, bacon soap, and even bacon chapstick.  Yup, bacon chapstick.  You might remember when CafeMom did a feature on my kitchen I listed bacon as one of …

When you’re frying a pound of bacon, do you stand over the stove, turner or tongs in hand, hot grease popping and splattering as you turn, wait, turn, wait, turn… wait? There’s a better way. The holidays are fast approaching, and with them come celebratory breakfasts, including fresh-baked sticky buns, stuffed French toast, and savory &