K. C.'S Baklava

Directions

1. 1
   Mix walnuts, sugar and spices.
2. 2
   Grease 11 x 16-inch pan with melted butter.
3. 3
   Place 8 phyllo in pan, brushing each with melted butter; sprinkle 1/3 nut mixture, then 3 buttered phyllo, 1/3 nut mixture, 3 buttered phyllo, 1/3 nut mixture, then the remaining phyllo.
4. 4
   Brush each one and layer on top until all the dough has been used.
5. 5
   Cut pastry into small diamond shapes.
6. 6
   Bake at 250° until golden brown (about 1 1/2 hours).
7. 7
   Remove from oven and cool.
8. 8
   Pour warm syrup over pastry.
9. 9
   Do not cover until it's completely cooled.