Espresso glossary and espresso recipes
By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen
A complete guide to the world of espresso, plus 6 espresso recipes to use up every last drop.
Menu
Great steaks: 15 succulent steak recipes
- Peppercorn Steaks
- Steaks with Mushroom Shallot Sauce
- Mustard Garlic Flank Steak
- Grilled Flank Steak with Pebre
- Charred Steak and Veggies with Orzo Pasta
- Steak with Mushrooms
- Steak with Mushrooms
- Braised Rolled Flank Steak
- Rib Eye Steaks with Roquefort Butter
- Mexican-Style Rib Eye Steaks and Peppers
Suggested Recipes
- Oyster Mushrooms and Peppers
- Grilled Tofu and Vegetable Antipasto
- Balsamic Grilled Vegetables
- Sunrise Breakfast Sandwich
- Cloudberry Chutney
- Sauteed Spinach
- Fisher's Loft Salmon With Chickpea Mash
- Atlantic Shrimp Salad on Rye
- Beer-Steamed Clams
- Beer-Brined Pork Chops
Special occasion
Impress with your barista skills (expert in preparing espresso) by offering guests their favourite specialty coffee, as defined by Breville, who manufactures espresso machines.
• Espresso: Intense and aromatic, or short black as it's also known. Uses about 7 g ground coffee to about 30 mL water in a small cup or glass.
• Long black: Generally served as a standard espresso with hot water added to taste.
• Macchiato: Shot of espresso served in a small demitasse cup and "stained" with a dash of finely frothed milk.
• Cappuccino: One-third espresso, one-third steamed milk and generous third creamy froth served light and lukewarm.
• Classic Cafe Latté: One-third espresso to two-thirds milk made with single shot of espresso. Top with steamed milk poured down inside rim of glass to give creamy consistency and perfect layer of froth.
• Con Panna: Means "with cream." This dresses a double shot of espresso with dollop of whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon.
Enjoy cooking with espresso with our Tested Till Perfect recipes.
Recipes
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Espresso Liqueur
This rich liqueur has an intense flavour that coffee lovers will savour. Sip it on its own or in mixed drinks, such as the White Russian Cocktail. -
Espresso Martini
Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Add vodka, espresso or double-strength coffee, coffee liqueur and sugar. Shake vigorously to blend and chill. Strain in... -
Chocolate Espresso Torte
Cocoa powder gives this soft, fudgy cake deep colour and intense flavour. The cake may sink slightly in the centre. If this happens, just turn it over... -
Double Espresso Brownie Bars
Give your favourite java head a double shot of espresso: a brownie made with espresso and topped with a chocolate-covered espresso bean. -
Chocolate Espresso Angel Cake
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). In bowl, sift flour with 3/4 cup of the sugar; sift again into separate bowl. Set aside.... -
Two-Tone Chocolate Espresso Panna Cotta
Appealing to adult tastes, this make-ahead dessert just waits in the refrigerator to show off its spectacular flavour.






