Walnut & Pistachio Baklava

1: Thaw phyllo pastry and divide into two portions.

2: Blitz the walnuts into a fine texture, add to a bowl with sugar, cinnamon, rosewater, orange blossom and mix well.

3: Brush the baking tray liberally with olive oil, place 2 phyllo pastries at a time into the tray brushing each time with olive oil until you have used half the phyllo pastry.

4: Spoon the baklava mixture on top and press down firmly.

5: Place 2 sheets of phyllo pastry on top brushing with olive oil each time until the second half of the pastry is finished.

6: Cut into squares and bake at 180C for 50-55 minutes or until golden.

7: Make the syrup by simmering all ingredients together for 15 minutes. Refrigerate to cool down.

8: Pour the cooled syrup on the baklava immediately once out of the oven. Garnish with pistachios.