These Keto Cheesy Smoky Bacon Strips may seem like the epitome of decadence, but for those people eating a high-fat, low-carb diet, it's a great reason to PIG OUT, but without the guilt!
*Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2015. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.
Just when you think bacon can't get any better than it already is, I give you - Keto Cheesy Smoky Bacon Strips. You're welcome! 🙂
CHEESY SMOKY BACON STRIPS {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
Yield: 10-11 strips Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes
½ pound thick sliced bacon
freshly ground black pepper
smoked paprika
5 ounces finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
Baking sheet with rack insert
aluminum foil
-Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the rack insert inside. Place the bacon strips on the rack, making sure not to overlap them.
-Sprinkle each strip with a little black pepper and a little smoked paprika. Bake in the preheated oven for 23-25 minutes. *Note - If you like really crispy bacon, allow the bacon to remain in the oven to your desired doneness. Remove the bacon from the oven and sprinkle each strip of bacon with the grated cheese. Return the bacon back into the oven for approximately 3-5 more minutes. Remove, cool slightly and enjoy.
Sorry to eat in front of you, but I just can't help myself...
WOW, that was good! So good, that I think I have to have another 🙂
Can I tempt you too? Think about how great this bacon would be alongside a big pile of scrambled eggs, or maybe on top of a summer BLT with fresh, juicy tomatoes. Be still my heart!
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Cookin' Canuck says
I think my brain just exploded (I mean that in a good way)! Bacon and cheese? Yes, please!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
The only thing better than bacon is more bacon WITH CHEESE ON TOP! 🙂 WOW - this looks incredible!
Lana | Never Enough Thyme says
I'm over here drooling. My guys are going to LOVE this. Heck, who am I kidding - I'M going to love this!!
The Food Hunter says
everything is better with bacon. I'm thinking BLT right now
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Can there be anything more glorious that bacon and cheese together? I need these strips in my life!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
Ok this is just brilliant. You know I can't pass up cheese and bacon together!
Paula-bell'alimento says
I just hit my head on the screen. Mind blown. Gonna make this fo sho.