Cheese Filled Jerusalem Kodafa With Syrup Food

CHEESE FILLED JERUSALEM KODAFA WITH SYRUP

Steps:

• Put the couscous in a large bowl and pour over the boiling water.
• Stir together with a fork, then leave to soak for about 30 minutes, till the water has been completely absorbed.
• When the couscous is cool enough to handle, break up all the lumps with your fingers.
• Stir the butter into the couscous, then stir in the beaten egg and salt.
• Preheat the oven to 400°. Spread half the couscous into a 10-12 inch springform pan.
• In a bowl, combine the cheeses and 2 T of the honey.
• Spread the cheese mixture on top of the couscous, then top with remaining couscous.
• Press down gently and then bake in the oven 10-15 minutes.
• Put the remaining honey, saffron threads or cinnamon and the water in a pan.
• Bring to a boil, then boil for 5-7 minutes, till the liquid forms a syrup.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the orange flower water or lemon juice.
• After the kodafa is baked, place under the broiler and cook till lightly browned on top and a golden crust is formed.
• Sprinkle pistachio nuts on top of the kodafa.
• Serve warm, cut into wedges, with the syrup poured over it.