1. In a wide cast iron pan, arrange the bacon strips on a cold pan, so they overlap just a bit. Place the pan on the stove and turn it on to low heat.
2. When you notice the bacon begin to release some of its fat, turn its sides from time to time with a pair of tongs. This ensures the strips don’t stick to the bottom and both sides cook evenly.
3. The strips will begin to curl as they cook. This means they’re getting close to done. Keep flipping until both sides are evenly brown.
4. Once they’re fully cooked, transfer bacon to a plate covered with newspapers and leave so the grease is soaked out. Let the grease in the pan cool off a bit, then drain into a glass or ceramic container and keep for later.
5. If your own can’t take all 12 pieces, cook in batches of two. Make sure the grease in the pan is drained before you continue, so it doesn’t accumulate. Also, if the bottom has been charged by burnt bacon pieces, leave it to cool, clean it and continue cooking.

And check out this video recipe for more ideas about making stovetop bacon.