Baklava

Directions

1. 1
   Grind walnuts and mix with sugar and spice.
2. 2
   Grease an 11 x 16-inch pan with melted butter.
3. 3
   Place 12 phyllo sheets in the large pan, brushing each with melted butter.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with 2 cups of nut mixture.
5. 5
   Cover with 5 phyllo sheets, brushing each generously with melted butter.
6. 6
   Continue this procedure until all nut mixture is used.
7. 7
   Finish with 12 phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with melted butter.
8. 8
   Chill before cutting.
9. 9
   Cut pastry into small diamond shapes.
10. 10
    Bake in a slow oven (300°) for about 1 1/2 hours until lightly browned.
11. 11
    Remove from oven and pour cool syrup over hot pastry.
12. 12
    Makes 75 pieces.