Baklava (Honey and Nut Pastry)

Baklava (Honey and Nut Pastry)
Ingredients:
1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, pistachios, almonds), chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup honey
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions:
Prepare the Nut Filling:
In a bowl, combine the chopped nuts and cinnamon. Set aside.
Layer the Phyllo Dough:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish, then brush with butter. Repeat layering and buttering, using about 8 sheets.
Add the Nut Filling:
Spread 1/4 of the nut mixture over the layered phyllo dough.
Continue Layering:
Add 6 more sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with butter. Add another 1/4 of the nut mixture. Repeat until all the nuts are used, then top with 8 more sheets of phyllo dough.
Cut and Bake:
Using a sharp knife, cut the baklava into diamond or square shapes.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
Prepare the Syrup:
While the baklava is baking, combine honey, sugar, water, and lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Pour the Syrup:
Once the baklava is done baking, remove from the oven and immediately pour the warm syrup over the hot baklava. Let it soak in and cool.