Coffee Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Brewing Coffee
- 1
Measure Coffee Beans
Start by measuring 0.5 cups of coffee beans. Adjust the amount based on your personal preference for a stronger or milder brew.
- 2
Grind Coffee Beans
Using a coffee grinder, grind the measured coffee beans to a medium-coarse consistency. This helps in extracting the flavor properly during brewing.
- 3
Boil Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. If you prefer, you can use filtered water for better taste.
- 4
Combine Coffee and Water
Once the water has boiled, remove it from the heat and let it cool for about 30 seconds. Pour the hot water over the ground coffee in a French press or coffee maker.
- 5
Brew Coffee
Allow the coffee to brew for about 4-5 minutes. This time can be adjusted based on how strong you like your coffee.
- 6
Press and Serve
If using a French press, press the plunger down slowly to separate the grounds from the liquid. Pour the brewed coffee into a cup.
Optional Add-ins
- 7
Add Sugar
If you like your coffee sweet, add 1 tablespoon of sugar to taste. Stir to dissolve.
- 8
- 9
Add Vanilla Extract
For a touch of flavor, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and stir to combine well.
