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Baklava

Name: Baklava
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: For the Filling:; 4 cups walnuts; ½ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; For the Syrup:; 1 cup sugar; ½ cup water; ½ cup honey; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon); Big pinch salt; 1 cinnamon stick (optional); 2 strips orange rind (optional); For the Dough:; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted; 1 to 2 (16-oz) packages store-bought phyllo dough, thawed (see note)

Prep 1h

Cook 50m

Total 1h 50m

This sweet and nutty Baklava is a traditional Mediterranean dessert that is sure to impress. Layers of flaky phyllo dough are filled with a spiced walnut mixture and then topped with a honey and citrus syrup. The result is a rich and indulgent treat that is perfect for special occasions.

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