Cafe de Olla (Mexican Coffee)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons ground coffee (medium to dark roast)
• 1 stick of cinnamon
• 2-3 slices of dried orange peel (optional)
• 1 small piece of piloncillo (or 1 tablespoon brown sugar)

Method:

1. In a medium saucepan, add the water, cinnamon stick, and piloncillo (or brown sugar). Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
2. Add the coffee grounds and continue to simmer for 5-7 minutes, letting the coffee steep and absorb the spices.
3. Remove from heat and strain the coffee into mugs.
4. Serve hot, optionally garnished with more cinnamon or a slice of orange.