Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2005

I had never used phyllo dough before and didn't know that I was supposed to brush every single piece with butter. If I had done that it would have been perfect!

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Tina Wheat

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Living In: Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2004

This is great and much easier than I thought. It is very important to cover the phyllo with a damp towell while working with it. Also, use a bit more honey, like 3/4 c., and orange zest works just fine, too. It is better with just pecans than mixed nuts. Careful not to over-saturate the layers with butter; brush on rather than drizzle.

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CIACIA

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Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2004

This is absolutely a very easy recipe, and it turnout very good. I added more honey for the syrup, and make sure to use generous amount of butter to stick the pastry layers.

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MEEYA79

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Reviewed: Oct. 31, 2004

Very easy and extra yummy! Thanks!

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Reviewed: Sep. 18, 2004

Wonderful! I used pecans and added 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves plus whole cloves on top for garnish. I also added 1 cup honey vs. 1/2 cup honey. Make sure you let the syrup cool completely. I made the syrup first, and then did then pastry. Dribble butter on the pastry first vs. trying to brush it all on. I was really happy with the results!

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AKTAYLOR1

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Reviewed: Apr. 21, 2004

This recipe is better than most baklava that I buy in resteraunts! Everyone loves it!

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JAPAGE

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Living In: Aynor, South Carolina, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 11, 2004

My boyfriend's favorite thing is baklava so I needed a recipe! This worked great, it was easy, and he was impressed! It was better than the baklava at my local greek restaurant!!!

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PSYCHOANGELA

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Reviewed: Aug. 3, 2003

I loved it! So easy to make and so right!. It was my first time doing it and it came out perfect. I added extra nuts (like it nutty) and did two exchanges, for less calories: 1) used fat free margarine, instead of butter; 2)replaced half of the sugar with sweetner. 3) Did a second batch of syrup, but just honey and water, no sugar or lemon (like syrupy also:) Delicious! Very easy to make and directions were good too. Next time I'm thinking of replacing all the sugar with sweetner (got watch my calories), I'm sure it will be delicious as well. I'll never buy baklavas again. Thank you for sharing the recipe.:)

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BRISAK

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Reviewed: Jul. 3, 2003

This recipe is THE EASIEST & THE BEST!!!! I think it might be a bit less "nutty" though if you grind up the walnuts a bit in the blender or food processor. I use pecans and walnuts and it's really great! I also refrigerate it for a couple of hours just to sort of give it the extra "glue" it needs before serving. Everyone loves it and it's better than the bakery kind!!!!

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Reviewed: Jan. 27, 2003

This recipe has been a HUGE hit every time I've made it. It's really not hard to make, just a little time-consuming, but definitely worth the trouble.

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Reviewed: Oct. 1, 2002

This is my husband's favorite desert and he said it was better than the gourmet stuff we usually buy. I thought I could have used a little less of the syrup and more phyllo (it was VERY nutty) but it's still very good. Great to eat alone or on vanilla ice cream! I used pecans as the nuts and they definently added to the overall flavor.

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