How French can a French press be? The Le Creuset French press, features a colorful, high-fired stoneware carafe that's safe in the microwave and dishwasher, and has a capaciy of 32-ozs. It's the most beautiful French press around. Simply put coarsely-ground coffee into the carafe, then add boiling water and let the grounds steep until the desired strength is reached. Place the lid on the carafe and slowly press down on the knob; a fine-mesh filter traps the grounds at the bottom of the carafe, leaving you with a carafe of outstanding coffee.