Italian Coffee Recipes

There is no escaping it.  Sometimes it's four times a day.  It doesn't matter were, when or why.  It's coffee time again. 

Never have I met a group of Italians who don't pride themselves on having a coffee klatch.  The delicious brewed Arabica bean is roasted and ground.  Then it is traditionally brewed in a special espresso coffee pot consisting of two parts.  

Actually espresso is a brewing method in which a creamy golden layer called crema appears on the top.  Make sure you fasten your seatbelt though because this coffee really packs a wallop!! 

The amount of coffee used for about 1 1/2 ounces of water is equal to that of a regular cup of coffee.  No wonder the Italians like to sit around the table after dinner and talk and talk and talk.  They are flying!  A second cup of espresso, a cannoli, a few cookies and a thin slice ricotta cheesecake all add to the fun.  Italians will sit and talk of friends, family and loved ones until the sugar rush ends.  Here are some interesting recipe ideas from the most beloved people on this planet! 

Espresso Float. 
Espresso or Strongly Brewed Store Bought Coffee-1 cup. 
Vanilla or Coffee Ice Cream-1 large scoop. 
Chocolate Syrup-2 tablespoons. 

Instructions:  Mix the chocolate syrup with the espresso.  Scoop the ice cream in to a mug and pour the coffee over the ice cream.  Serve this immediately.

Espresso Corretto. 
Ingredients. 
Espresso-1 shot. 
Italian Grappa(a strong Italian liquor)- 1/2 teaspoon. 

Instructions.  Combine both ingredients and shoot it down! 

Caffe Borgia. 
Ingredients: 
Espresso- 1 cup. 
Hot Chocolate- 1 cup. 
Fresh whipped cream-4 tablespoons. 

Instructions:  Combine espresso and hot chocolate together.  Top with fresh whipped cream

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