Savory Pistachio Parmesan Filo Baklava with Garlic Butter
A savory showstopper with crunch, cheese, and subtle floral notes, perfect for an impressive appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
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- 1package (16 oz) filo dough, thawed
- 1 cupunsalted pistachios, finely chopped
- 1 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cupunsalted butter, melted
- 3cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tspdried oregano
- 1/2 tspblack pepper
- 1/4 tspsalt
- 1 tbsphoney (optional for drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter and minced garlic. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine chopped pistachios, Parmesan, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
- Layer 8 sheets of filo dough in the baking dish, brushing each sheet lightly with garlic butter.
- Sprinkle half of the pistachio-Parmesan mixture evenly over the filo.
- Add 4 more filo sheets, brushing each with garlic butter. Top with remaining pistachio mixture.
- Finish with 8 more filo sheets, brushing each layer with garlic butter. Cut into diamonds or squares before baking.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and crisp. Drizzle with honey if desired. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.