Festive Recipe: Christmas Baklava with Walnuts

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Recipe: Christmas Baklava with Walnuts

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound chopped pecans
• 1/2 pound chopped walnuts
• 2-3 tbsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 pound package of Phyllo dough
• 1-1/2 cups butter, melted
• 2-1/2 cups honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 tsp. grated lemon zest

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together chopped pecans, walnuts, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish.
3. Layer two sheets of Phyllo dough in the bottom of the prepared dish. Brush generously with melted butter.
4. Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of the nut mixture evenly over the buttered dough. Repeat layers of Phyllo and nuts until all ingredients are used, ending with about 6 layers of Phyllo on top. Brush any remaining butter over the top layer.
5. Using a sharp knife, cut through all layers of the baklava to create squares or diamonds.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
7. While the baklava is baking, heat honey in a saucepan until it is close to boiling. Stir in vanilla extract and grated lemon zest.
8. When baklava is done baking, immediately pour the hot honey mixture over the top, ensuring it covers evenly.
9. Allow the baklava to cool completely in the pan to absorb the flavors.

Enjoy this delightful Christmas Baklava with Walnuts recipe, perfect for festive gatherings and celebrations.