New Registry Must-Have

Here’s a great new item to include on your registry list: The Dedica Stainless Steel Pump espresso and cappuccino machine ($299.99) from De’Longhi.

This versatile, cool-looking machine (only six inches wide so it won’t take up a lot of counter space) includes filters for a single or double shot of espresso and heats up to the ideal brewing temperature in just 35 seconds. (Love that!). Plus, its dual thermostats offer the best control for producing steam for manual frothing of milk for cappuccinos or lattes.

You and your guests will love whipping up some fun drinks with the Dedica machine. And with the holiday season right around the corner, here are two you can try out now:

Irish Coffee

Ingredients

• Espresso
• Water
• Half and Half
• ½ tablespoon of brown sugar
• 1 oz. Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 oz. Irish whiskey
• Whipped cream and chocolate, caramel or butterscotch sauce (optional)

Preparation:

• Add ½ tablespoon of brown sugar to cup
• Add 5 ounces (or fill cup half way) with hot water and stir
• Add whiskey and Baileys
• Add espresso
• Steam half and half to create a rich foam to top off the drink
• Swirl whipped cream over the foam and drizzle chocolate, caramel or butterscotch sauce

Rum Egg Nog

Ingredients
• Brewed espresso
• Egg nog
• Nonfat milk
• 1 oz. rum

Preparation
• Add rum and brewed espresso to a cappuccino glass or cup
• Cut the egg nog with nonfat milk to get a better consistency for steaming
• Steam the milk and egg nog mixture
• Combine steamed milk with the espresso and rum mixture

Enjoy! 

—Diane Forden