Oven Fried Bacon Serves 100. 18 pounds sliced bacon Arrange slices in rows across pan with fat edges slightly overlapping lean edges. Bake at 375 degrees F, without turning, for 20-25 minutes until bacon is slightly crisp. DO NOT OVERCOOK. Drain or skim off excess fat at needed. Drain thoroughly on paper towels. Allows 3 slices per serving. Reduce bacon by pounds for 2 slices per person. For a convection oven use 325 degrees F.