Kataifi (Shredded Nut Pastries)

Directions

Take an eighth of the pastry strands and spread out on a board to a 7×10 inch rectangle with strands running roughly lengthwise.

Using a pastry brush, dab some butter over strands.

Combine nut filling ingredients and spread about 2 tablespoons of filling along one narrow edge.

Roll up firmly into a neat roll. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Place rolls close together in a slab cake pan or baking dish .

Brush top with remaining butter. Bake in a moderate oven, one shelf above centre, for 50 to 55 minutes until golden brown.

Meanwhile, dissolve sugar in water over heat, add lemon juice and rind, cloves and cinnamon.

Bring to the boil and boil over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Stir in honey, strain and cool. Pour cooled syrup over hot pastries and place a folded cloth on top.

Leave until cool. Cut each roll into 5 pieces diagonally if preferred.