Baklava is a delicious, sweet pastry made with layers of flaky phyllo dough and filled with a nutty filling. It's a popular dessert in many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries and is often served at special occasions. Gordon Ramsay's baklava recipe is a bit more complicated than most, but it's well worth the effort.
The first step is to make the filling. Gordon Ramsay uses a mixture of pistachios, almonds, and walnuts, but you can use whatever nuts you like. The nuts are finely ground and then combined with sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of orange flower water.
Next, you'll need to prepare the phyllo dough. This is a bit trickier than working with regular dough, but it's not impossible. Just be sure to keep it covered with a damp towel while you work so it doesn't dry out.
To assemble the baklava, start by spreading a layer of the nut filling over one sheet of phyllo. Top with another sheet of phyllo and repeat until you've used up all of the filling. Then, cut the stack of phyllo sheets into diamond-shaped pieces.
Bake the baklava in a preheated oven until it's golden brown and crispy. Once it's out of the oven, brush it with a simple syrup made from sugar and water. This will keep the baklava moist