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Baklava

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Ingredientes
  

For the Pastry:

  • 3 cups pistachios and walnut, coarsely chopped 
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16- oz package phyllo dough, thawed 

For the Syrup:

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp rose water (you can add more if you like)

Instrucciones
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F/175°C. In a food processor, chop the pistachios and nuts with the sugar.
  • Brush a 9 x 13 baking pan with melted butter. Carefully unroll one of the two phyllo rolls and cover the baking pan. You can cut the borders if you need. 
  • Sprinkle the nut mixture over the layered phyllo sheets. Open the other phyllo dough roll and lay on top of the nut mixture.
  • Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the baklava into diamond or square-shaped pieces, making sure you cut it through to the bottom of the pan.
  • Pour the melted butter over the baklava and bake until golden brown, about 50 minutes.
  • While the baklava is baking, prepare the syrup. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, honey, and lemon. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Once it boils, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 8 minutes until the syrup slightly thickens.
  • When the baklava is ready, remove it from the oven and pour the syrup over the baklava, making sure to cover all the pieces. You can also sprinkle additional chopped nuts on top for garnish if desired.
  • Allow the baklava to cool completely and absorb the syrup before serving. Enjoy your homemade baklava!