Woman’s Chaotic Bacon-Cooking Technique Shocks the Internet
The Unorthodox Method
A bacon-cooking technique born out of necessity is blowing minds on social media. On February 25, Little Rock, Arkansas-area resident Jenifer Presnull posted a TikTok about the unorthodox way she prepares bacon.
The Viral Video
The clip shows her cooking a big batch of bacon — three pounds, to be exact — in a medium-sized pot on her stovetop. No frying pan, no baking sheet — just a pot full o’ bacon. During the video, the bacon goes from raw to furiously bubbling in a pool of its own fat to perfectly curled, golden brown and crispy. Presnull ends the video by draining the sizzling strips on a paper towel-lined plate, ready for consumption.
The Reaction
Her video went viral, garnering over 8.6 million views and over 23,000 comments — mostly from those in complete and utter shock:
The Inspiration
Presnull, who works as a director of instructional technology for a school district in central Arkansas, says she has her husband’s side of the family to thank for inspiring this particular skill. "It was about 25 years ago, when I met my mother-in-law. She was cooking, and she threw all of her bacon in a pot. And I thought that it was the craziest thing, until it turned out," she tells TODAY.com.
The Efficiency
"I didn’t have a need to cook that much bacon for so, so long in my life, until I had a larger family of my own," she continues. "As soon as that need arose, I knew exactly how to do it most efficiently."
The Benefits
If you decide to try the unconventional bacon-frying method yourself, Presnull suggests to stir and toss consistently, but not constantly. "You want to give it time to brown between tossing!" she says. Many of the commenters remarked that after cooking all that bacon, you’re left with the perfect cooking medium for eggs, potatoes, and more. Presnull agrees, advising home cooks to save that "beautiful bacon fat" in a Mason jar for future recipes if they don’t plan on using it right away.
Conclusion
The viral video has sparked a wave of nostalgia, with many commenters remarking that they remember their mothers or grandmothers cooking bacon in a similar way. Presnull says she’s thrilled to have brought back fond memories for so many people. "You know, I didn’t really think that the way that I made bacon was that unique."
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the benefits of cooking bacon in a pot?
A: It’s more efficient, produces less splatter, and cooks all the bacon at the same time.
Q: Is this method only for cooking a large quantity of bacon?
A: No, it can be adapted for smaller quantities as well.
Q: Can I use the bacon fat for other recipes?
A: Yes, save it in a Mason jar for future use in recipes, such as cooking eggs or potatoes.
