Bacon is always a hit when served alongside sunny side up eggs or added into a dinner casserole, adding that satisfying crunch everyone craves.

But standing over a hot stove flipping bacon for an eager group may not be ideal when an oven can do the same thing more efficiently and with less hassle.

1. Stovetop
Pan-frying remains one of the go-to stovetop bacon methods for many home chefs, offering multiple textures while being hands-off cooking.