Baklava I
Ingredients Pastry 1 pound (454 g) phyllo dough 4–5 cup walnuts, chopped coarsely ½ cup white granulated sugar ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 tsp cinnamon ¾ pound (340 g) sweet butter Syrup 2 ½ cups of water 3 cups white…
Recipe Types pastries
Galaktoboureko (Greek Semolina Custard Pastry)
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