Baklava a Mediterranean delight
Baklava is easy to make and is so delightful, crunchy and sweet. No doubt it's one of the most popular desserts in the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean regions. I t's simple but fabulous recipe - l ayers of phyllo dough filled with honey and walnuts. In our family my grandmother used to make this traditional baklava on special occasions as Christmas and Easter. Traditional Baklava (makes 24 pieces) Ingredients: 1 pack phyllo dough (9" x 14"), thawed 1 pound walnuts, chopped 1 cup butter, melted 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup honey 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves Zest of 1 lemon In a medium bowl, combine walnuts, sugar, honey, cinnamon, cloves and lemon zest. Butter the bottoms and sides of a 9x13 inch pan. Place sheets in the pan, butter thoroughly each sheet using a pastry brush . Repeat until you have 5-6 sheets layered. Spoon on a thin layer of the nut mixture. Cover with 2-3 more sheets of phyllo, brushi...