Almond And Walnut Kataifi (Cake Style) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb phyllo dough, shredded (Actually kataifi, defrosted per package instructions)
1/2 lb butter, melted
For the filling
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
1 cup almonds, coarsely ground
1/2 cup extra finely granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon brandy
For the syrup
2 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 thin strip lemon peel
4 whole cloves
1 tablespoon honey

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350.
Mix the filling ingredient in a small bowl.
In an 8x10 (or other size) pan, place one quarter of the kataifi in a layer and brush with butter.Add a layer of filling.
Layer of kataifi, brush with butter layer of filling.
Layer of kataifi, brush with butter layer of filling.
Top with the remaining kataifi and brush with butter.
Bake 45-60 minutes until the top is golden,.
Place all the syrup ingredients in a small pot, Heat until sugar dissolves. Take off heat and allow to cool.
Remove from oven and pout syrup, evenly, over the top. Cover with a clean towel and let it cool for 3-4 hours so it can absorb the syrup.
These are very rich, serve small pieces.