This basic coffee recipe results in a perfect cup every time.

Prep Time:1 minute
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Select the particular grind of coffee that your coffeemaker requires. These amounts are per each 3/4-cup serving.

3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons ground coffee

Drip: Assemble drip coffeemaker according to manufacturer's directions. Place ground coffee in the coffee filter or filter basket. Add water to coffeemaker, and brew.

Percolator: Pour water into percolator; assemble stem and basket in pot. Add coffee. Place lid on pot. Plug in coffeepot if using an electric percolator, and brew until perking stops. If using a nonelectric model, bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat, and perk gently 5 to 7 minutes.

Vacuum: Bring water to a boil in lower bowl of vacuum pot. Place a filter in the upper bowl, and fill with ground coffee. Reduce heat. The pressure will force the water up through the coffee grounds. Brew 1 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and allow coffee to return to lower bowl.

Tip: For the best tasting coffee, buy roasted whole coffee beans and keep them fresh by storing them in the refrigerator.