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To cook bacon in the microwave, first line a microwave-safe plate with a few paper towels. Spread the bacon out on top of the paper towels so none of the strips are overlapping. Then, place a couple more paper towels on top of the bacon to catch any grease splatter. Microwave the bacon on high for 30 seconds per slice. Then, check to see if the bacon is finished cooking. If it's not, continue microwaving it in 30-second intervals until it reaches your preferred level of doneness. When it's done, let the bacon cool for 1 minute, then gently blot it with a paper towel to remove any excess grease. If you want to learn how to make bacon over a bowl to collect the grease, keep reading the article!