Knafeh

Ingredients

• 1 lb shredded phyllo (kataifi)
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 cups soft white cheese (akkawi or mozzarella), shredded
• 1.5 cups sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp orange blossom water
• Crushed pistachios, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1Boil sugar, water, and lemon juice for 8-10 minutes, then stir in orange blossom water to make the syrup; set aside to cool.
2. 2Finely chop or process the shredded kataifi and mix thoroughly with melted butter.
3. 3Press half the buttered kataifi into a greased round pan.
4. 4Spread the cheese evenly over the kataifi layer, then top with the remaining kataifi, pressing down firmly.
5. 5Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes until the bottom is deep golden brown (flip to check).
6. 6Invert onto a serving plate immediately and douse generously with the cooled syrup.
7. 7Garnish with crushed pistachios and serve warm.

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