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Adjust racks to top and middle positions and preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Arrange bacon* on a baking sheet. Roast on top rack until crispy, 10-15 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate. Once cool enough to handle, finely chop.
Once bacon is done, reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees. Let sheet cool, then wash (you’ll use it in Step 6).