Knafeh Khishneh with Cheese

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

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1 pound kataifi pastry

1 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 cups grated Akkawi cheese, soaked and drained

1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese

1 1/2 cups sugar

3/4 cup water

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon orange blossom water

1/2 cup crushed pistachios (for topping)

Make sure the kataifi pastry is fully thawed before using it for even cooking.

Akkawi or Nabulsi cheese gives the characteristic flavor; soak it well to control the salt.

Low-moisture mozzarella may be blended with the traditional cheese for stretch, but should not replace it entirely.

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