frenchpress

Learning to use a French press
When making coffee, it is always important to start with good water.



Put the kettle on to heat. Your French press does not heat the water!



These are the other necessary supplies. Whole bean coffee, the press, and a coffee grinder.

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Pour the beans. I usually use about 3/4 of a grinder full.



Do not grind the beans as finely as they would be for automatic drip. They can remain course.



Listen for the kettle!



Fill the hot water to the top!



Steep for a couple of minutes.



Put the lid on and slowly push down the plunger.



Enjoy your coffee! Keep a good thermos handy because what you do not drink will get cold quickly. The advantage though, is that your coffee will never taste burnt!



That's all there is to it! French press coffee is strong and rich. It is my favorite way to make my morning cup!