Recipe of Kanafeh

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Instructions:

Step 1
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
• In a large mixing bowl, separate the shredded phyllo dough strands and drizzle them with melted butter. Mix until the strands are evenly coated.
Step 3
• Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter. Place half of the shredded phyllo dough in the dish and press it down firmly to form a crust.
Step 4
• Layer the sweet cheese or semolina over the phyllo dough crust.
Step 5
• Add the remaining shredded phyllo dough over the cheese or semolina layer, pressing it down gently.
Step 6
• Use a sharp knife to cut the kanafeh into diamond or square shapes.
Step 7
• Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp.
Step 8
• While the kanafeh is baking, prepare the sugar syrup. In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring it to a boil, then let it simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir in the orange blossom or rose water and let it cool.
Step 9
• Once the kanafeh is out of the oven, pour the cooled syrup evenly over it. The hot kanafeh will soak up the syrup.
Step 10
• Garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Step 11
• Allow the kanafeh to cool for about 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Middle Eastern delight!