nIf it is not in place, attach it now (see figure 17).
KRUPS “Perfect Froth” attachment lets you froth milk perfectly for making cappuccino.
Frothing Milk for
Cappuccino
Step 1
The first step in making cappucino is to make espresso. See section “Preparing Espresso”. When preparing cappuccino use a cappuccino cup which has a capacity of at least 5 oz. You should fill the cup l/2 way with espresso.
nMake sure that the pump switch is in the 0 position (see figure 18).
Step 2
Take a stainless steel frothing pitcher and fill it 113 to l/2 full with fresh, cold milk and set aside. This amount of milk will yield enough froth for two cups of cappuccino. If you need more froth, repeat these steps.
We recommend using skim or 2% milk if you prefer a stiff, dense froth. Use regular milk if you prefer a creamier type of froth.
NOTE:
When you start frothing milk, there will be a thumping sound which occurs during the steam preparation. This results from the interval controlled water pump condensing water into steam.
As the thumping sound begins a few drops of water will come out of the steam nozzle before entirely changing over to steam.
Step 3
nWhen the yellow thermostat light goes out, insert the steam nozzle half way into the milk and turn the steam knob slowly to the max position (see figure 19).
Leave the steam nozzle in the milk for approximately
NOTE:
Do not bring milk to a boil (this will happen if large bubbles start forming at the surface of the milk).
Do not let the “Perfect Froth” attachment touch the bottom of the pitcher. This will prevent you from frothing.the milk.
Step 4
After the milk is frothed, keep the “Perfect Froth” in the milk until the steam knob has been turned to the 0 position. This will prevent any splattering from occuring.
After milk is frothed, set aside. If you like very stiff froth, let the pitcher set for a few seconds.
Now you are ready to add the frothed milk to the already prepared espresso. Pour the milk into the cup by holding back the froth with your spoon. Fill the remainder of the cup with the hot milk and then spoon on the froth. In Italy cappuccino is normally one part espresso to two parts milk plus froth.
If you’are making more than one or two cups of cappuccino, it is recommended that you place the finished espresso on top of the warming plate with a cloth or saucer covering the cups. This will help to keep the espresso hot.
Attention:
nThe top closure of the “Perfect Froth” attachment (see figure 22, part A) has a very fine hole which draws air into the milk.
If this tiny hole gets clogged, “Perfect Froth” will not work properly. Therefore, never immerse the top closure in milk or froth.
If you wish to prepare espresso immediately after using the steam nozzle, the machine must be cooled down to the proper brewing temperature. (When frothing milk, the temperature of the water is much hotter than when you are brewing espresso.)
In order that you do not burn your next batch of espresso, insert the clean filter holder into the machine and set the pump switch to p. Allow l/2 cup of water to run through the machine.
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