Do you really love coffee?
Whether or not you add flavored syrup or steamed milk to make it more like a dessert, coffee is a wonderful treat for many people. Some folks aren’t particular about their coffee and may just desire a lift from the caffeine. There is just something magic about a great cup of Joe, whether you choose a caffeinated or decaffeinated version.
There are several ways to enjoy a cup of coffee. Brewed old fashioned over the stove or through a traditional coffee maker or perhaps a thermal carafe coffee maker. While the old fashioned coffee pot on the stove can produce a deliciously stout cup of coffee, you may find that the small coffee granules in the bottom cup, definitely keep you from enjoying your coffee to the last drop.
You get granule free coffee with a traditional coffee maker, but the disadvantage of these machines is the manner they use to maintain the coffee’s temperature. The coffee continues to simmer as the pot sits on the heated plate, making the last couple of cups less flavorful.
Another draw back is the continued use of power. While its a small amount, leaving the coffee pot on all day still draws power, and in a time when we are all trying to be conservative, this probably would qualify as responsible use of power any more than leaving the lights on in a room where people are not.
With the thermal carafe coffee maker, you will not have to worry about any of these shortcomings. A correctly made pot of coffee in your thermal carafe coffee maker, much like the conventional coffee maker, will not leave coffee grounds in the bottom of the pot.
And a thermal carafe coffee maker maintains the coffee’s temperature without continual cooking. Third, the thermal container keeps your coffee hot and fresh for hours, and that saves energy. You can turn off the coffee maker as soon as the pot is full.
As you see, there are several ways to get a good cup of Joe. Some may work better for you than others. You make the decision.
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Filed under Drink by on Mar 5th, 2010. Comment. 
Expresso coffee has been around for a long time but the term that we refer to it by today is relatively new. Expresso coffee is named after espresso the term that originated in Italy to describe individually brewed coffee. Espresso in Italian means brewed for you. There is some popular confusion on what exactly Expresso coffee is.
It is commonly thought that Expresso coffee is based on a type of coffee bean. While there are particular beans that tend to be used in making Expresso coffee it is not the bean that makes Expresso different. In fact any coffee bean could be used to make a cup of Expresso coffee.
Other people think that what makes Expresso coffee special is the blend. There are specialty blends that are designed for Expresso coffee but this alone does not make a cup of coffee Expresso coffee. These same blends could be used to make a standard cup of coffee but it would not be Expresso just because these blends have been used.
It’s not the bean and it’s not the blend so is it the roast? There is common thought that expresso coffee must be a dark roast coffee. While actually the right roast will vary based on the part of the country you are in. For instance on the east coast of the Us people favor a light roast while Californians tend to prefer a dark roast. The standard in Italy is actually a medium roast. What roast is used depends entirely on personal taste.
Generally coffee is about what is in the coffee such as the bean and the blend but this is not the case for Expresso coffee. Expresso coffee is actually all about the way it is brewed. Remember this does not mean that there are not certain blends or beans that are designed for Expresso coffee but rather that the brewing method is the true difference between Expresso coffee and other types of coffee. Expresso coffee is actually not a cup of coffee at all at least not in the traditional sense. Expresso coffee is actually a small shot of coffee that has been brewed from extra fine ground beans and prepared under lots of pressure.
The method of making Expresso coffee has been considered by some as an art. While the machine that is used certainly has a factor the amount of pressure that is applied against the grounds when being placed in the filter makes a big difference. A good Expresso coffee will have a small creamy layer on the top. This layer is known as crema. The correct amount of crema is what separates an outstanding cup of Expresso coffee from a mediocre cup of Expresso coffee.
The way Expresso coffee is drank is as specialized as the way it is brewed. The proper method of drinking Expresso coffee is to lift the cup to just below the nose and then inhale the aroma. Savor this aroma and then drink the Expresso coffee in several large gulps almost like you would a good lager. Once the cup has been emptied it should be placed diligently onto the saucer.
It is not a sin to sweeten Expresso coffee but it is best savored just the way it was brewed. However if you are the type that just has to have a little sugar with your coffee feel free to add it to your Expresso coffee. In fact it is often done this way in Italy. No matter if you like it sweet or not enjoying a cup of Expresso can be a very unique and bold experience.
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Filed under Breakfast, Fat Burning Foods, Negative Calorie Foods by on Nov 30th, 2009. Comment.
Fat Burning Food - Coffee
I’m sure that many of you will be VERY happy to see this one on the list.
I am. I LOVE Coffee!
Unfortunately, we are not referring to the milkshakes that pass for coffee in many of the so-called coffee bars today. Much like cinnamon, we often add far too many fattening things to coffee to ever call it healthy.
But most of you already know that. What you may not realize is that coffee — plain old coffee — is generally considered to be good for your health and has been cited as a fat burning food.
The caffeine in coffee helps to kick up your metabolism. Caffeine can also jump-start lipolysis – that’s the breakdown of fat.
One to two cups a day is ideal. Or you can add coffee to other foods during the day as shown below in our delicious recipes.
Enjoy
Starbucks Frappuccino
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh espresso
- 2 1/2 cups low fat milk (2 percent)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon dry pectin
Directions
- Combine all of the ingredients in a pitcher or covered container.
- Stir or shake until sugar is dissolved.
- Chill and serve cold.
Makes 24 ounces.
To make the “Mocha” variety:
Add a pinch (1/16 teaspoon) of cocoa powder to the mixture before combining.
To make espresso with a drip coffee maker and standard grind of coffee:
Use 1/3 cup ground coffee and 1 cup of water.
Brew once then run coffee through machine again, same grounds.
Makes about 1/2 cup fresh espresso to use in the above recipe.
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Easy Coffee Rub for Steaks or Ribs
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup(s) finely ground coffee
- 1/4 cup(s) coarsely ground pepper
- 3 tablespoon(s) kosher salt
Directions
- Mix coffee, pepper and salt together in a small bowl.
- Measure out 2 tablespoons of the rub.
- Using your hands, rub it evenly onto 1 1/2 pounds (6 servings) of your chosen meat just before grilling.
Filed under Breakfast, Dinner, Fat Burning, Fat Burning Foods, Fat Burning Recipes by on Nov 3rd, 2009. Comment.
