By
eHow Food & Drink Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
- Italian espresso
- Stovetop espresso pot
- Bottled water
Step1
Pour bottled water in the bottom chamber of the espresso maker, up to the fill line.
Step2
Attach the strainer. Make sure that the water level isn't so high that it seeps in. If it does, remove the strainer and pour off some water.
Step3
Fill the strainer with Italian coffee, and press it down lightly. Don't pack it too hard or it may create too much pressure in the pot. Screw the top of the espresso machine onto the strainer.
Step4
Place the espresso maker on the stove, with the heat on low. Allow the coffee to cook slowly.
Step5
Listen for the bubbling of the coffee, and for the sound indicating that the last of the coffee is coming through.
Step6
Remove the coffee from the stove immediately. If you leave it too long, the coffee will taste burnt.