Baklava

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:50:33 GMT

Step 1

For the syrup, in a medium saucepan combine the sugar, water, cinnamon stick and squeeze of lemon juice. Bring it to a boil (avoid stirring). Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to a low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat, discard the cinnamon stick and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 160C (fan)

Step 3

In a food processor pulse the pistachio until coarsely ground.

Step 4

Melt the butter.

Step 5

Brush the inside of the 23-by-23cm baking tray with a little butter.

Step 6

Prepare the phyllo dough by trimming it with a knife to fit the bottom of your baking dish.

Step 7

Place 1 sheet of phyllo on the bottom of the baking tray, brush lightly with melted butter and layer another phyllo sheet on top, also brushing with butter

Step 8

and repeat 9 more times, brushing each layer with butter( total 11 layers).

Step 9

Spread 1/3 of pistachios on phyllo evenly, then layer 2 more buttered phyllo sheets. Spread 1/2 of the remaining pistachios and cover with 2 buttered phyllo. Spread the remaining pistachios (reserve some for garnish) and cover with 8 layers of buttered phyllo.

Step 10

Cut the pastry into a diamond or square shape (make sure to cut through to the bottom of the pan), and pour any remaining butter evenly over the pan.

Step 11

Bake baklava for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 12

When ready, pour the syrup evenly over the baklava. Let it cool to the room temperature and enjoy!

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