The microwave, which has long been popular for heating leftover foods, is now cherished for cooking certain meals quickly from scratch, including tasty bacon.

Begin by laying the bacon strips on a microwave-safe bowl or plate lined with paper towels, which will absorb rendered fat from the meat and prevent excessive greasiness.

Ensure the bacon strips don't overcrowd or overlap too much and cover them with another paper towel to prevent potential splatters from the bacon as it sizzles.

While cooking times will vary depending on the bacon's thickness, width, number of slices, and your microwave's wattage, one minute per slice is a good general rule to follow.