Baklawa Lebanese Version Of Baklava

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I haven't made this yet, but plan to. the mazahar, or orange blossom water, can be purchased at any middle eastern or greek specialty store. keep in mind that this makes 60 servings. Tip: syrup must either be cool and poured over hot baklawa or hot and poured over cooled baklawa. Never pour hot syrup over hot baklawa; it will make it soggy.

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Steps

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Unwrap and carefully unfold thawed phyllo dough.

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Cover with plastic wrap or wax paper and a damp cloth to keep the dough from drying out.

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For the filling -- grind the walnuts coarsely , mix with sugar and orange blossom water until well blended.

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Butter a 12 x 16 inch baking pan.

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Render the butter.

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For the assembly -- layer one package of the phyllo sheets in the pan , buttering generously between each sheet with a pastry brush or cloth dipped in butter.

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Mix 2-3 tablespoons of water with the walnut mixture and put over the top of the last sheet , making sure to keep the layer of walnuts level.

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Repeat the same procedure with the second package of dough , buttering generously between each sheet , and butter the top.

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Cut into diamonds , dipping the knife into hot water as you go for easier cutting.

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Pour over any remaining butter.

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Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until bottom is done and top is golden brown.

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If top does not brown nicely , put the baklawa under th.

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Ingredients

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phyllo dough, walnuts, sugar, orange blossom water, butter, water, lemon juice