Does it take 3 cups at a time? I just received one that is called a 3 cup, but I'm guessing it can barely hold 1 cup at a time. Thanks.
772331
Mine holds 3 cups, the screen is dipped, to hold about one cup and then it has marks on the side for 2 and 3 cup levels. I measure mine with another cup when I put my flour in
772332
Yes, it does take 3 cups at a time. The sifter will almost be filled, but you should not turn the handle too fast because the flour will spill.
772333
If the recipe (for example) says "3 cups of sifted flour", you measure after sifting. If it says "3 cups flour, sifted", you measure out 3 cups then sift. But to your question -- what the sifter holds is not the idea. Dumping multiple cups in all at once will make the flour harder to sift. Just (gently) place the flour in a cup or less at a time. Otherwise, you will have a cloud of flour all over. THE SIFTER IS NOT A MEASURING TOOL.Special credit goes to another reviewer for the accuracy of sifting or measuring first.
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Yes, it holds 3 cups but, I dump a cup at a time into it, it makes it a lot easier to use, and to dump the clumps.My question to you is: What are you doing? Sifting everything? I use my sifter to keep my rolling board and my hands powdered up while I knead the dough, I find that 1/2 cup will do the job.
591102
Yes, my husband makes just a few cups at a time. You put in enough coffee and water for two cups and allow the press to work. The pot does not need to be filled to capacity to make coffee. Just a trick to keep your ratios right.
1112883
very little about 2 to 3 cups I have no problem with mine works good and looks good when its just sitting on counter.
1972127
I just checked mine and two 8 oz cups made it mostly full and three made it full but not overflowing. Hope that helps.
914941
I have made 4 large cups one after the other, which could be the same as 6 smaller cups. You need to be careful not to touch any metal.
1503265
Hello Hilde G.No. You don't always have to make 2 cups at once. There are pods especially made for the Cuisinart brewers; for example 'Cuisinart 1 Cup Coffee Pod "Case Of 200"'. (you can search this on Amazon) Thank you for your interest in our products!Sincerely,nGAP, IncorporatedCustomer Support877-477-8701
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I normally make a 12 cup brew, and it takes about the same time, so I'm not sure why your 2 cup brew would be as long?? My theory is to make 12 cups at one time, and microwave the coffee in my cup for the next couple days, but if you have an aversion to that, it actually doesn't change the flavor! I can't imagine that a 2 cup brew would take as long as a 12 cup brew, but maybe it's inherent in the brewing process??
532636
I would say that it makes two-three cups, but it depends upon your cup size. I purchased it for my personal use, not for inviting a large group. It is great for my needs.
1067299
You can definatrly make 2 cups in it. I do it often because I drink alone during the day... 2-3 "cups" is a mug full. Every morning we make 6 cups except on weekends we make 8.
1576487
There are 3 different cup sizes, but the small cup is very small. I believe it is only 8 oz. I'm not where I can look at it and have only had it for a very short time, but I use the middle setting for my cups at home because they are bigger than 8 oz. I haven't used the large size yet.
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they are referring to small coffee cups, not a mug. It is about 3 cups. Since my husband and I would fight over that 2nd cup, we switched to the larger 51 oz. press.
212828
yes - I had ordered the 3 cup but it was very small; good suggestion, order two - if you are like me, it will get broken pretty soon :-)
1406252
I use it for just one person. I make 3 cups, drink 2 for breakfast, and heat up the other cup in the microwave later in the day. As I said in my review, I would get the version that shuts off automatically like my old one did. It lasted until I washed it in the lower dishwaster rack and the lid melted. It would have lasted longer if I had washed it in the top rack, like I do the new one.
1995186
No. Just fill to how many cups you want. Had it for awile now and love it for the value.
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You can control how much coffee and water you add. It makes approximately 3 8 Oz cups when full. It can certainly be used for a single cup.
865884
I have the spiral one and I feel that it holds 2 cups perfectly. My idea of perfect is that with two cups the food only goes half way up the bowl (I want my pitbull to work for it a little bit! :) ). But I feel that you can probably do 3 cups just fine. If you are really conflicted, I can try adding 3 and let you know how it looks. Just let me know. Btw~ I use IAMS dry dog food to feed my dog.
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For such a small pot, it is remarkably heavy. However it says it makes 3 cups, but it's more like one good size mug. I only use mine when I'm cleaning my keurig kcup coffee machine, but this little pot makes a great mug of coffee!!! I love mine!!!!