Ossmalleya with Ashta Recipe

Name: Ossmalleya with Ashta Recipe
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, European
Ingredients: 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon rose water; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 3 cups cubed white bread (about 5 slices), crust removed; 1 cup ricotta cheese (reserved); 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon orange blossom water; 1 pound shredded phyllo dough (this is one package Athens brand); 1 cup melted unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon butter at room temperature; ¼ cup crushed pistachios, for garnish