Coffee Recipe
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Ingredients
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Coffee Ingredients
Method
Brew Coffee
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Beans
Start by measuring out 0.5 cups of coffee beans. If you have whole beans, grind them to a medium-coarse consistency using a coffee grinder.
- 2
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a boil. Once boiling, let it cool for about 30 seconds to reach the ideal temperature for brewing.
- 3
Brew the Coffee
Place the ground coffee in a coffee maker or a French press. Pour the hot water over the coffee grounds, ensuring all grounds are saturated. If using a French press, stir gently, then place the lid on and let it steep for about 4 minutes.
- 4
Strain the Coffee
If using a coffee maker, let it brew until completed. For a French press, slowly press down the plunger to separate the grounds from the brewed coffee.
- 5
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, add 0.5 cups of milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the brewed coffee. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Serve
Pour the coffee into your favorite mug and enjoy it hot. You can also serve with ice for an iced coffee option.