RECIPES
Classic Espresso
Makes 1 serving (1½ ounces)
1
measured scoop finely ground
espresso or 1 espresso pod
Place the one-cup filter basket in the
portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds
into the filter basket. Using the tamping tool,
press down the grounds with moderate
pressure and clean any excess from the rim.
Turn the Cuisinart
®
Espresso Maker on.
When the machine is heated and ready to use,
the red heating light will go out. Secure the
portafilter holder in place.
Place a demitasse cup underneath the brew
head and turn the function knob to the
espresso setting.
Espresso will begin to brew. When 1½ ounces
have been brewed (after about 15 seconds),
turn the large function knob to the off position.
Doppio
Makes 1 serving (3 ounces)*
2
measured scoops finely ground
espresso or 2 espresso pods
Place the two-cup filter basket in the filter
holder. Spoon the espresso grounds into the
basket. Using the tamping tool, press down
the grounds with moderate pressure and clean
any excess from the rim.
Turn the Cuisinart
®
Espresso Maker on. When
the machine is heated and ready to use, the
red heating light will go out. Secure the
portafilter holder in place.
Place one mug or glass underneath the brew
head and turn the knob to the espresso
function. Espresso will begin to brew and
when 3 ounces have been brewed (after about
25 seconds), turn the large function knob to
the off position.
*This could also be used to make two single
espressos. Follow the same instructions for
the Doppio, but place two demitasse cups
under the brew head instead of one.
Americano
Makes 1 serving (6-8 ounces)
1
measured scoop finely ground
espresso or 1 espresso pod
6-7 ounces hot water
Turn the Cuisinart
®
Espresso Maker on. When
the machine is heated and ready to use, the
red heating light will go out. Place the
one-cup filter basket in the portafilter holder.
Spoon the espresso grounds into the filter
basket. Using the tamping tool, press down
the grounds with moderate pressure and clean
any excess from the rim. Secure the filter
holder in place.
Turn the steam/hot water knob to the
hot
water setting. Place a 6 to 8 ounce glass or
mug on the drip tray underneath the steam
wand. Turn the function knob to the
steam/hot water setting and allow water to
flow into the cup/mug until it is about 2∕3 full.
Turn the large function knob to the off position
Place the cup/mug with the hot water already
in it underneath the brew head and turn the
function knob to the espresso function.
Espresso will begin to brew. When 1½ ounces
have been brewed (after about 15 seconds),
turn the large function knob to the off position.
Espresso con Panna
Makes 1 serving (1½ ounces)
1
measured scoop finely ground
espresso or 1 espresso pod
¼
cup (125 ml) heavy cream, whipped to
a medium-soft peak, kept in
refrigerator
Place the one-cup filter basket in the
portafilter holder. Spoon the espresso grounds
into the filter basket. Using the tamping tool,
lightly press down the grounds with moderate
pressure and clean any excess from the rim.
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