I just got done with an intense Rolfing session (which is basically a REALLY deep massage that structurally alters your muscles to relieve tension and increase mobility) and am WIPED out! I wanted to post a blog about how I have a new found love for the incredible edible egg with a great recipe for easy egg salad, but I'm going to have to postpone that entry. All I want to do is crawl into bed and finish watching American Idol (Orlando is pretty talented, y'all!) HOWEVER, many of you have requested my recipe for the 'Best Damn Latte Ever' through my blog and on my Facebook page. And far be it from me to deny anyone of one of the simplest pleasures of my day. So here it is, short and sweet.
I have a little stove top espresso maker that makes SUCH good, rich dark shots of espresso. It’s made by Bialetti and it’s amazing. And doesn't cost hundreds of dollars . Use it and you’ll feel very European!
What you’ll need:
- Good dark roasted (either Italian or French roast) beans. If you are big on organic and/or sustainable, you can find these at Whole Food or a natural food store near you. Commercially, I like Peet’s Coffee beans. The best bet is to support your local shop or roaster if they make quality beans. They usually do!
- Choice of milk. I love the unsweetened Blue Diamond Almond Milk Vanilla flavor. OR Chocolate Flavor when I’m feeling like a Mocha. Try to stay away from the Vanilla Soy milks usually loaded with sugar.
- Stevia, agave nectar or other natural sweetener. (NO PINK, BLUE OR YELLOW packets please!)
Make stovetop espresso according to BIALETTI instructions. Place sweetener on bottom of big coffee mug and then pour in espresso.
Warm 1 cup milk (you can use more or less to taste) either in the microwave, on the stovetop or with a frothing pitcher if you have one. If you have a hand frother you can use that to whip up some foam on the warmed milk. Pour milk into coffee and ENJOY and start your day off right (if you drink coffee that is!)
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Wed, January 20, 2010
by Jennifer Galardi
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