Do not apologize for being emotional! It shows you're a compassionate human being!
@comesitatmytable9044
8 ай бұрын
Food can connect us to some sweet, sweet memories!
@marykoufalis7666
Жыл бұрын
As a Greek person myself allow me to make some corrections and offer a few tips. When you say you must allow the baklava to cool 100% in order to pour the hot syrup is only half truth. The preferred method we all use is pouring cold syrup over the hot baklava that comes out of the oven. I always make my syrup from the day before or the morning of. Once the baklava comes piping hot out of the oven that's when you pour over the cold syrup. Both methods work just fine but it has to be either hot syrup and cold baklava or cold syrup and hot baklava. It is false when you're telling your viewers that they cannot do it one of those ways. There is no point waiting hours for it to cool down when you can make your syrup in advance, let it come to room temperature and then pour it over the hot baklava. As well I would like to tell everybody that the colour was a little bit off and that it needed a little bit longer in the oven. However perhaps it was the lighting over the baklava that made it look so pale. It should be more of a golden colour.
@christinetrumpe4330
11 ай бұрын
0:04 I was thinking the same thing. When it came out of the oven I thought oh that’s not quite done and I thought he’d put it back in a while longer. I also cook mine at a higher temperature. Sometimes if I’m in a hurry I’ll throw the broiler on to make it golden brown. Also I never use that much syrup but that’s just our preference over the years.
@GreenAfroDiva
11 ай бұрын
Right! he has the ingredients right, but the execution is a bit off
@judycarpenter5258
11 ай бұрын
Critics...they come out every crack and corner. But I don't see their video.
@marykoufalis7666
11 ай бұрын
@@judycarpenter5258 are you serious right now. There's no criticism. I think if somebody is going to be bold enough to post a video with the recipe they should at least have the decency to make sure that it is being properly presented. I'm all for variations but there are certain things that are non-negotiable. Have a wonderful day.
@dawnellreeves1774
11 ай бұрын
I thank you so much. I’m going to try this recipe. Have you ever tried to cut the recipe in half and make a smaller pan.
@miaball1853
Жыл бұрын
My family is from the middle east, Syria and Lebanon to be exact. The correct way to do the syrup is the syrup needs to be made first and it has to cool. When the golden colored baklava is done then you pour the cooled syrup over the hot baklava. The Greek, Syrian, and Lebanese baklava is done the same way. I'm sure the way you do it is the way your friends told you, however the traditional way is syrup made first then pour cooled syrup over golden brown baklava. Also when you are cutting before you cook, it is cut all the way through.
@deborahwiles951
Жыл бұрын
I have a quick story to share, inspired by the story of your Greek Baklava friend. I met an older couple this past winter that shared a “mom” story and showed me a picture of his mothers headstone. On the back side of her headstone was her famous Christmas Cookie Recipe. Then my friend shared “the rest of the story” with me. When his mother was alive, EVERYONE would ask hiis mom for her CHRISTMAS COOKIE recipe….. Her response was always, “Over my dead body!” Thus the recipe on her headstone. I will be trying your Baklava. Thank you for sharing. >^..^< Debi in Montana
@heatherwhatever7714
6 ай бұрын
Haha. Great one.
@ameamy7776
Жыл бұрын
What a team you both are! The instructions cannot be beat and Melissa, you really know how to work a camera. Thanks too for all the ingredients listed. Can't wait to make this. Thanks to Bill and Kate for this authentic recipe. It's beautiful to have such fond memories of you dad and his love of his best friends and his Greek baklava. ❤
@anitaspencer6650
Жыл бұрын
Leftovers are so yummy 😋!!
@jamesbacon7415
Жыл бұрын
We never get all your recipes before another channel butts in
@deejo2
11 ай бұрын
@@jamesbacon7415Your KZitem settings are probably on Auto play. You can change that in the settings but for some reason KZitem will automatically revert back to it so I just go back & reset it every time it does that. Hope that helps.
@CindyHunt784
8 ай бұрын
I wanted to tell you, back in the late 60’s to the 70’s our church choir director was from Greece. I lived in Lubbock TX, my hometown. His sister lived in Greece still. His name was Chris Galanos. I just loved he and his family. His sister came to Lubbock around Christmas one year. She made Baklava. Wow! It was so delicious. I will always remember this. His favorite song he led was, I Love You Lord….. ❤️🌼
@joydarnell1085
7 ай бұрын
I can’t help myself! I can’t stop watching your videos! There’s something about Tom’s voice that is like a warm hug. Both Tom and Melissa are delightful. And I also am a fan of how Tom scrapes the bowls, etc. lol.
@sylviatucker7235
Жыл бұрын
I am sorry your Dad passed. Grief is a journey we all travel in different ways. Bless you.
@teketee50
8 ай бұрын
I’ve made baklava; the easiest way to spread butter is put the melted butter in a spray bottle and friend of mine is Greek, she uses a spray bottle specifically for baklava it shortens the time of creating the dish. Just wanted to share the tip. Awesome yummy videos you create
@comesitatmytable9044
8 ай бұрын
Great tip! That's a wonderful idea. Baklava is such a wonderful treat, too! It's good year-round as far as we're concerned. Thank you so much for watching our channel.
@teketee50
8 ай бұрын
@@comesitatmytable9044 your welcome
@sheriizen8626
Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful video this was. I loved the baklava and how to make it, but I also loved the story that you shared with us. Tom, I think that your dad is enjoying your baklava with you, your family and friends. P.S. I'm on my way, fork in hand. Thanks
@dorrisdale6269
Жыл бұрын
When I worked at the doctor's office, we had a patient who was Greek and he always made us a Greek Baklava every Christmas.
@SparrowStockwell
10 ай бұрын
Oooh! That’s nice!
@myVillage2323
Жыл бұрын
Really? I live alone... I will probably have to eat it all quickly so it doesn't dry out Thank you!!
@nicelady51
Ай бұрын
And it tastes better cut in diamond shapes. Sharè your baklava and you will have a friend for life, if thats what you want, of course 😋
@theresehowlett7112
Жыл бұрын
My mom use to make this, and because I was young when my mom went home to be with the Lord, I never thought to pay attention to how she made it.
@jeannetaylor2217
Жыл бұрын
My children’s farther came from Greece. We brought his sister to America in the mid ‘70s. We were blessed with her dishes, bread and desserts! OHPA! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 💕🙏🙏
@deborahparker3907
Жыл бұрын
Never apologize for your genuine emotions. Some people only get in touch with their own emotions by being drawn in by the emotions of others. For the rest of us, when not carried to extremes, emotions like you expressed, Tom, usually touch our hearts and tend to make us more compassionate and better people. For those for whom this doesn't happen I feel sorry for them. Compassion is supposed to be part of us. It helps us to value other people and appreciate their circumstances. I appreciate that you did not stifle your emotions. Yes, appropriately you contained them but not stifled them. I think that by sharing your memories associated with your father and those good friends you made the episode better. Thank you. Now on to the baklava. I have made it at Christmas time for many years. Although you did not express it this way I think you feel it. Making baklava is a labor of love. It is quite time consuming especially when you add in all of the waiting time. Overall, though, I think it's worth it. My family and friends certainly do. Baklava, fudge and peanut brittle are EXPECTED around here. In the recipe from your friend did she specify a particular type of honey? Different honeys taste different. Some are deep and bold in flavor. Some are a bit sweeter yet at the same time seem lighter. Which was recommended? Have you found it easily accessible? Which do you use? I agree with you about cutting the diamond shapes. IF I was really trying to impress someone who knew a lot about Greek culture and baklava I would probably make the effort to do the diamonds, otherwise I'm with you. It's all squares. I did notice you are fairly generous in the size of your squares. I thought, and appropriately so, baklava was cut into smallish pieces because it is so rich. As good as it is one bite can give you sugar overkill. As loud decibels are to hearing baklava is to your taste buds and sugar consumption. Too much is too much. ...... At least for 15-30 minutes until you've recovered from over sweetness and go back for more. It is too good to act with really good sense. As long as it is there most people will, almost must, go back for more. Thanks for going through it step by step. I have tried to get several people to make it but they think it is far too complicated. Your video shows that is not the case. It is, as you said, a process, not really complicated at all. Reading a recipe it might easily appear so. By sharing this video I think I will be able to convert a few scaredy cooks.
@warchaser388
7 ай бұрын
LMAO @ 24:15.....OH DARN!?....lol....While this is might be time consuming for the steps....I TRULY didn't think it might be this easy. I LOVE Baklava and buy it every chance I might get. And truth be told....looks like an INEXPENCIVE and knowingly DELICIOUS recipe...... You're father would be PROUD. Keep this tradition alive!
@avisswope6495
Жыл бұрын
I HAD AN AUNT MY MOM"S SISTER THAT LIVED IN WHEELING WVA WE WOULD GO VISIT HER & HER FAMILY WHEN I WAS A CHILD GROWING UP WVA IS A BEAUTIFUL STATE.
@babyraysharon6184
Жыл бұрын
I am Russian/Greek Orthodox lady and this sweet has been a part of my experiences for many years. I am 74 years old and a convert to Orthodoxy from a my young 20s. I know you are serving for Christmas but it is made for many occasions, like Feast Days, Name Days, and Pascha (Easter) for sure as well as Christmas when we break the Fasting periods. I am going to make this for Christmas this year, God Willing!!!! I have been quite unwell for the past couple of years but hope and pray to muster the courage to make this soon. Thanks for sharing and God Bless you and your loved ones. Ruth Catherine in Maryland, USA
@comesitatmytable9044
Жыл бұрын
Oh Ruth Catherine, you are just the sweetest thing! I'm praying for you right now to be well enough to make and enjoy baklava this Christmas. And I will agree that it's too delicious to only have once a year! I sure pray for your health to improve steadily! Thank you so much for watching our channel and videos. We really appreciate it!
@patriciasmith7074
11 ай бұрын
I worked at a large dentist office and the man who was in charge of the dental laboratory where they could make dentures and make repairs was Greek and his wife made Baklava and he brought some in and I tried it and I thought it was one of the most delicious sweet treats I ever had. I also learned about Poviticia which is a bread stretched very thin layered with ground nuts and butter and sugar and rolled up. Those were two ethnic treats that I love and the first one is Greek and the second treat is Croatian. I’m Irish, English on my dad’s side and French, Swedish on my mother’s and they didn’t ever make any ethnic food. Nobody in my family were great cooks. I love other nationalities foods. That is the beauty of America we can enjoy all groups of people and their special foods.
@heatherwhatever7714
6 ай бұрын
I am searching for something my former mother in law made that sounds like the Croatian one you described. I think KZitem will have my answer. I didn’t have a name- she called it nut cake and my recipe got lost. She is in heaven. Thanks.
@susanabran5326
4 ай бұрын
My daughter in law is from Crete and she makes enough baklava and cookies for an army for every holiday! Yum. For those pesky air bubbles a long pin will take care of them. Thank you for making everything look so easy to make. ❤❤❤
@katiecatb4369
6 ай бұрын
Hello! I discovered your channel a few days ago and I love watching you cook and bake and hearing your wife in the background. You two have to be the sweetest couple ever!! I was so excited to come upon your Baklava episode as I was born in Greece and even though I grew up in the US, I have kept to my Greek heritage and love for my beautiful country. I scrolled through the comments for this episode before I started typing and I have to say that the tone of some of the commenters sounded quite rude to me. Greek ladies are very proud of their own version of Baklava, as it has been taught by example from their mothers and yiayias!! And so, the Baklava you loving made in this episode was beautiful and I hope you have the opportunity to teach your children and friends. Continue making beautiful memories!! 💙🇬🇷💙
@joannegiovannetti
4 ай бұрын
I've only been watching your videos for a couple months now and came across this one today. I can so see the teacher side that comes out in each video. I love how easy and step by step for us visual learner's. Tom is awesome, I love how emotional he gets talking about his loved ones. Real men cry❤. Melissa, you are such a blessed lady to have such an amazing cook. I love to cook and my children have always watched me but our oldest daughter married a "Tom" and we are blessed to get to enjoy his cooking. So happy God brought me to you sweet peeps table. God bless both of you. ❤
@comesitatmytable9044
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for such a nice, kind comment. You have no idea how encouraging your words are. I agree with you, it's really easy to see those teacher skills coming out when Tom makes these recipes. We try to make them so that anyone, even a brand new totally inexperienced cook, can follow and successfully recreate the dish. We appreciate that you have joined us at the table! Have a wonderful evening.
@penniecurrie2424
2 ай бұрын
Every one cook different Melissa keep the recipes coming I never made it but I have had it delics.
@marybetoo
9 ай бұрын
My daddy and I made bakalava when he was in his 90's, We had so much fun together and it took us almost all day to make it! 😁I've never seen another recipe like it. When we made the syrup, we boiled a whole orange for a few minutes,
@kimevans861
Жыл бұрын
You both are a hoot! I am so happy I stumbled across you all. I always wondered how to make Baklava. Now I'm going to give the Greek version a shot. Plus your Derby pie! Keep up the cooking and baking! I'll keep watching 👀
@comesitatmytable9044
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching our videos. We really appreciate it. We hope you love these recipes.
@ohmomair
Жыл бұрын
I never liked Greek baklava because the syrup is too sweet.
@sharcrum
4 ай бұрын
You compliment each other so well. One saying what the other couldn't at the right time.
@comesitatmytable9044
4 ай бұрын
It does happen after you've been married awhile! 😊 Thank you so much for the nice comment.
@SassyCindy
Жыл бұрын
Even though it is months later, my sincere condolences for the loss of your father. I have to tell you that I really enjoy your videos with such detail and sentimental stories that you share. You make a great team! I absolutely love pecans and my hubby loves honey, sounds like a match made in heaven! I’ve never tasted or even thought about making it but my mouth is watering and this recipe is a must for me to make. Thank you for sharing! Not sure if you already have a video for pecan pie but if not, please consider it! Yum!!
@willettej7988
Жыл бұрын
No sugar at Christmas? Isn’t that forbidden in the Christmas story?! Praise Jesus for our Christmas goodies!
@ercieberwick1513
Жыл бұрын
I love that you are so meticulous about your cooking. However, if I may, I am first generation Greek/Amercan, and my mother's baklava was to die for. First of all, the oven needs to be set at 350 degrees, and tne baklava bakes for about half an hour to 45 minutes, depending on one's oven. It should come out of the oven light brown all over, not pale looking. Nor did she ever use honey; only sugar. She made the best baklava I have ever eaten. And yes, she always cut it into diamond shapes. It's not that hard. You do not have to butter each layer of phyllo dough. Every other or perhaps every third sheet is sufficient. Also, in addition to the pecans, you need to mix them well with bread crumbs that will soak up the sugar syrup. And, finally, no self-respecting Greek ever, ever, ever puts honey in the syrup; only sugar. OPA!
@patriciamontagne1470
11 ай бұрын
Brush long strokes of butter. Brush it like you are painting a house. Don't forget long strokes prevents puddles.
@nicelady51
Ай бұрын
Mmmm butter puddles ❤
@beverlydavidson1359
Жыл бұрын
I've always wanted someone to show me how to make this!!! What a Christmas gift you've both given me. Wowza... thank you!!! 🙇♀️🎄😘 I'm soooooo excited!!
@comesitatmytable9044
Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! You’ve made our day. Thank you for such a nice comment! Merry Christmas!
@tammyzilinski9324
8 ай бұрын
Never apologize for the emotions God gave you!!
@user-ur4ke5dk1t
Ай бұрын
I understand when you lose someone close. Your a strong person to be able to video and make your dishes. Thank you 🙏 😊
@sandibaker5298
10 ай бұрын
You should never apologize for your feelings, especially when it’s because you’re missing a loved one!❤
@ML7556
2 сағат бұрын
Love Baklava. Never would have thought to make it myself. But you made it look so easy. Can’t wait to try it. Thanks for the video and recipe and the beautiful story behind it all!
@jillpustalka-my8im
8 ай бұрын
I am Definitely going to try this fruit cake. I'm not a big fan of fruit cake but my husband was. I lost him December of 2021. So, I'm going to make it for him, ( in memory). I have a feeling that I will like fruit cake after I make this recipe you have so kindly shared.
@marykoufalis7666
Жыл бұрын
Oh my. Never ever boil honey when you're making the syrup. Once you have dissolve the sugar in the water with your cinnamon turn off the burner and move it away from the stove. Only then do you pour and stir in your honey. You do not want to be boiling away your honey, you are killing its properties and its flavour. As well for anybody wishing to cut back on sugar I promise you whatever the ingredients amount is asking for cut it in half and you will be perfectly fine. For example this recipe calls for 2 cups of sugar, go ahead and just add one cup of sugar. Being Greek myself I have made baklava dozens of times and I can speak with confidence that it will turn out fine.
@gaylemartin6301
8 ай бұрын
My husband & I took what sounds like the same cruise you guys did and loved every minute. Capri was my favorite but loved all of Greece. My grandfather was born in Greece and grew up in Lebanon and taught my Irish! grandmother to cook lots of Lebanese food which I learned to love as a child. Grandma would make rose water to pour over the baklava. I wish she had given mom the recipe for it. We tried, but never managed to make it like grandma's. I enjoyed watching your video. I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad and know how emotions can just sneak up on you. Happens everytime I talk about my dad too.
@dgrkar2002
7 ай бұрын
I wouldn't even add the honey until the syrup has reached about 110 and no hotter. I was oh my, he is not going to add that honey to the boiling liquid but he did. I make elderberry syrup all that time and have to watch the temperature on it before adding the honey.
@gloriajackson2021
6 ай бұрын
If you reduce the amount of sugar do you also need to reduce the amount of water?
@marykoufalis7666
6 ай бұрын
@@gloriajackson2021 know your liquid will stay the same so that you can have enough syrup. By reducing sugar you're just making it less super sweet. It will not change the outcome of you being able to pour your syrup over your baklava.
@maureengriepentrog1847
9 ай бұрын
You both are so very loving. Please don’t ever feel the need to apologize for feeling the loss of a loved one. The memories we have made with loved ones will always be tied to things we experience. Thank you for sharing this experience with us. I’m so sorry for your loss! Blessings
@patriciamartin4347
5 ай бұрын
Oh Tom and Melissa, this is the first time I have commented on your channel but do enjoy so much watching your cooking and plan to try several of your recipes. I was so excited when you mentioned Rev. Konstantopolous. He filled in for the church in Richmond when I was a teenager and he was in seminary at Asbury. Kay is a doll and so sweet. They had lunch at my parents house one Sunday. Since then their son has been in the Frankfort church two times in concert. He is a great guy. Always enjoy your videos and wonderful to know that you also know Bro. Bill and Kay
@patriciamartin4347
5 ай бұрын
Baklava is one of my favorite desserts
@lianecornils6603
Жыл бұрын
It’s not hard but it’s time consuming. 😁. Wow. Love it !
@olddawgdreaming5715
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing Kay's recipe for Baklava. It looks so good , I might be safe with a tiny bite but would suffer eating very much. Those who don't have sugar diabetes enjoy my share. Fred
@Ladylasil
Жыл бұрын
I make Greek baklava during Christmas time as well. My recipe is almost the same as yours. You have me wanting to make some now.
@sarabetz
11 ай бұрын
One of my most absolute favorite desserts
@pattieweaver479
6 ай бұрын
This is how I make mine except I cut it diagonally to get the diamond shape. I don’t make a syrup but heat honey and pour over after taking it out of the oven. It’s always best the next day. I always get compliments saying it’s better than what people have had from Greek town in Detroit.
@elenistamatakis9246
10 ай бұрын
Hello,my dear friends. Im so happy u are trying 💓 baklava, But... being greek And i have tryout many methods of this desert,.... I like to tell you something 1.cook it a little longer,till it gets golden on top. 2.on our syrup deserts we always Make that first,and let it cool totaly. 3.cut it before pouring the butter on top,and srinkle with water.then bake. When it comes out of the oven, Wait only 5 minutes so it don't steam, then pour The cold syrup around and in the cracks slowly. Thank you for sharing
@lindawilloughby8060
8 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes. I especially enjoyed the classic kicking of the oven door closed with your foot. You might try using a pizza cutter when slicing the bachlava.
@ritamulloy3522
Жыл бұрын
I was friends with a Greek family in high school. I loved all the Greek food! ❤
@elizabethwhite3941
3 ай бұрын
Thank You both for this lovely recipe and the way you take the trouble to explain every step. Would be great to see the woman behind the camera 🥰
@comesitatmytable9044
3 ай бұрын
I have made a few appearances but I'm much more comfortable behind the camera. I think I'd be a nervous mess trying to cook with it being recorded! We really do appreciate that you are watching our channel.
@maddiemenezes4873
Жыл бұрын
Never apologize for how your heart feels. I adore that you had that special bond with your Father. I was not blessed with that. I do not envy anyone for that. I just enjoy seeing true family love.💗 I make Baklava with walnuts. An Assyrian woman taught me. ❤❤
@pamelaarmstrong2532
8 ай бұрын
Another job well done showing us a difficult recipe made easy…thank you
@comesitatmytable9044
8 ай бұрын
With patience, it's really not too hard to create this. We appreciate that you are watching our channel. Have a great day and a Merry Christmas.
@karenzurek9141
4 ай бұрын
I agree food holds great family memories Mama wasa grear cook. Her pork roast and homemade yeast rolls were to die for.
@madampolo
Жыл бұрын
I made this once in my life and said, never again. It sure does look good though. All of your recipes look so good, especially that chocolate cake! I kept yelling, "Cover that phyllo"!
@kathybennett7560
Жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness!!❤ Sounds wonderful, have to get me some phyllo dough (sheets). Great teaching video, thanks for sharing the recipe and printing it out in the more detailed comments. ❤ I know your video is old but no matter how long it is, we never get over losing our parents, our wound just scabs over and we go through all the various stages of healing. ❤ blessings!
@sammyhakimvlogs5608
Жыл бұрын
This Greek Baklava recipe looks so delicious 😋Mr. Tom.
@princessmariposa828
11 ай бұрын
Back when i had a family i made 24 huge pans of this every Christmas i miss it. Butter a metal spatula and go straight down to score it. This is a little different recipe than but looks yummy.
@denisethorbjornsen7493
Жыл бұрын
Love all your recipes enjoy listening to you as you demonstrate how to put everything together
@rosemaryus-ct6151
10 ай бұрын
my mouth is watering at the mere thought of eating this.
@carladuus4338
11 ай бұрын
Please don't apologize for getting emotional! It's the people in our lives that make it sentimental and worth living!! We all have people who have touched us in a special way, and whose memories touch our heart strings. This from a lady turning 70 in November, who was widowed at 28. Not one day has passed that I've neglected to think of and talk to him! My only child is also his only child. The stories I've told my son about his Italian grandparents and his Papa (dad) have helped him know his heritage. It is imperative that he knows about his father's family. So your stories today have had special meaning to me. Cherish those memories.... P.S. I love baklava - thank you for sharing this special recipe!
@kathleenmayhorne3183
Жыл бұрын
Did you try Kataifi? You can make other things with filo, like nut rolls wih the same ingredients, or vegetable parcels, with a mix of small, cut or grated veg and thinly sliced mushrooms or meat. Around 5" by 3", bake them for hand held food, geat at parties. Try it and tweak the flavours to suit you, not much butter =great diet food. I would have put the bits you cut off between sheets, or on top to brown crispy. Some greek dishes get crumpled buttered extra sheets, across the top as a feature. You could start out with 2 sheets put across, to cover the whole pan, and hang over, do that a few times and fold them in after layering and before you top it right off, will give you crispy sides, for the eaters to fight over. Do a 5 layer biuttered stack on a board, put some nuts across one side, not a lot, roll it up lengthways it should be round 3/4" thick, and cut around 4" long for nut logs, lay on a tray close together, bake, cool and add syrup. I get these freshly made in aussie shops. These would be a lot easier for little kids to manage. Kataifi usea filo which is shredded across as thin as the pastry is thick, made up like nut logs, but thicker, around 1 1/2" thick finished with nuts inside and syrup dripping off the base. The good stuff makes a mess, that's part of the fun. Did they show you the pink mashed potato dish, i've forgotten the name, it's a strongly flavoured dip, with grated onion and garlic in it. I think the pink comes from seafood, like red caviar? Maybe it's red onion, I'm not greek but we have a lot of greek aussies in Melbourne, and greek clubs in major cities. Great food, bazuki music and dancing. Not sure of the spelling. Not a lot of us will break so many plates though.
@heatherwhatever7714
6 ай бұрын
Your emotions honor those you loved. Thank you for not editing. I do the same.
@CindyHunt784
8 ай бұрын
Tom, I like it when you show your feelings. Life matters! I’m sorry for your loss. You’re a very kind and giving person, as is your wife, Melissa. Have a blessed day… ❤️🌼🌸🌻
@gloriasams4687
10 ай бұрын
Thank You for this recipe, I am going to make this now that I know how! Pleas don’t apologize for feeling, I tear up at the drop of a hat! I cry when I laugh!😂
@ireneweber6772
9 ай бұрын
I will always try to join you at your table.. My mouth always waters when I watch your videos.
@beverlybuford9055
11 ай бұрын
We enjoy watching your videos….we cook much the same. We live in Kentucky. We have been Pastoral friends with Bill K and Kay for many years….that made this video extra special! Thank you and God bless!
@maryjoschlechty7590
Жыл бұрын
Good job my friend, sorry to say I am never going to be able to have this cause I am diabetic, but sure enjoyed watching you all eat away thank you and Happy Holidays
@maureenross9449
7 ай бұрын
Don’t ever apologize for showing emotion ❤God bless you for making such a special dessert for us! Thank you 🙏
@mertietelford3101
Жыл бұрын
Tom, may I call you Tom, I enjoy watching your videos and I want to stop and cook a pie or whatever you are cooking every time I watch your video. I want to tell you that I completely understand your getting choked up when you were telling about your dad in the hospital. I lost my mom December 6, 2021 and it is all so fresh to me. She was two months shy of 99. We thought she would live forever. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you that it’s okay. They are in Heaven and we know that we will see them again. Carry on with your cooking and keep us cooking. I just wish I had known about all these good recipes when she was living but I have two grown children and two grandchildren that I can feed. Keep up the good work.
@kellybeverly3601
8 ай бұрын
My mother made it without the honey. Her syrup was just sugar, water, lemon slices. It was sweet, delicious and not as "heavy" as honey
@tommyevans3653
11 ай бұрын
First of to God be the glory. And I thank him for people like yall wish I could talk on the phone to share stuff with but anyways God bless and keep up the good work Tommy Evans from va
@heatherwhatever7714
6 ай бұрын
Yum. I haven’t made it since the early nineties and look forward to making it again. I got some at a store recently and was very disappointed that it wasn’t as good. It didn’t have a lot of nuts and you couldn’t taste the honey. It seems like I made it with some weird thing like rose water or something and it was the kind of thing you had to under do in a big way or it would taste soapy-I am excited to try the cloves…I love the smell when I’m cooking. Thank you. Boy you’re controversial making something this yummy. 🤭🤭🤭 Good job both of you. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@KathleenCalhoun-em6ys
7 ай бұрын
Tom, this dessert looks very delectable.I have written down a number of your recipes but haven't tried a single one yet except for the one you mentioned that you asked a waitress in a favorite eatery for consisting of cukes, carrot, and sweet onion slices marinated in Zesty Italian dressing, a cup of sugar and apple cider vinegar.. Now, I don't know what happened, but that vinagrette concoction turned the cukes into mush. I am not kidding. I started with crisp vegetables but ended up with a softened mass of stuff. Had to toss it into the trash. I don't know why this happened. Flavor was very good, but consistency.....I just said it. Sorry.
@joannsawyer4675
4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing this recipe Joann from Circleville ohio...Can't wait to make this recipe
@ksister4224
11 ай бұрын
There is nothing better than Baklava any nut way!
@comesitatmytable9044
11 ай бұрын
It's a classic dessert/treat that we loved from the first bite. Thanks so much for watching our channel. We really appreciate it.
@barbaratankersley7117
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing Looks delicious Your family is very blessed to have you to cook
@gracearch9194
6 ай бұрын
I absolutely Love Backlava
@deannayoung5311
11 ай бұрын
Oh I absolutely love baklava 🥰 I'm definitely making this for 🤌🏻 Our Christmas my son will love it I think I'm going to mix together Walnuts/pistachios/pecans👌 Tku for sharing this recipe 😋
@phyllisfricks8698
6 ай бұрын
When I was a hairdresser, one of my clients brought us in some, she’d made. Being a retired military spouse, I loved tasting foods from around the world. Her’s was, also, pecan. Man o’ man, was that ever so good. I bought some one time from Sam’s and it was made with pistachios. It was good, but not as delicious as Mrs. Billy’s. She said it was so easy to make, but she passed before she could get us the recipe. From watching you today, make it, I will certainly be making it for Christmas, if not, before. Thank you so much for teaching the recipe. I know you, two, were the best teachers ever and all the students loved you. I know, I love watching y’all and find each recipe intriguing and I’m even a southern cook. ❤
@sdr8464
7 ай бұрын
Can I offer some friendly feedback as as a Greek who has made baklava hundreds of time? The baklava is undercooked. I can tell from the color and how the phillo is falling apart when cutting it. You should bake at 350 degrees for approx 30 minutes or so (until golden) The phillo should be toasted. Also you don’t have to wait hours to syrup the baklava. Prepare the syrup first to allow time to cool, then prepare the baklava . You can pour cooled syrup on hot baklava. I have never tried with pecans, but I’ll give it a try next time. Greek baklava is traditionally made with walnuts . 😊
@mariecaldwell4855
8 ай бұрын
I love baklava!! my mother in law sends me a box every year for Christmas! I will be giving this a try and think of the story of your Dad!
@comesitatmytable9044
8 ай бұрын
We sure hope you enjoy this. You do have to be patient as you make it, but it's really not difficult to put together. Thank you so much for watching our channel and we hope you have great night.
@marthasmith326
4 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this heart-felt recipe.❤ Bless you!
@janecappel9657
Жыл бұрын
Sorry for your loss 😢Thankfully God gives us peace in time to mend our broken hearts and the Best thing is all the Wonderful Memories we have forever ❤️ I know this isn’t the present since this is August of 2023, but my thoughts for you and your family the same. I hope your good friend Kay is watching! Is there anyone that doesn’t Love Baklava! I worked with a Lady who was from Greece so we were always Blessed with amazing delicious Greek Goodies. Cabbage rolls are really good also, besides other recipes. There really isn’t any Greek food that wouldn’t be Amazing 😋 Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe. I have never been privileged to watch someone make it so now I will feel more confident that I could actually make Baklava which is my family’s favorite also. Thank you again🙏 I love watching your videos!! I save all of them!! Be Safe and Well❤Also you make everything look so easy!! Thank you!
@carlenebarnes8615
9 ай бұрын
O my. That is sinful. I am going to try this, but im going to get my daughter to help me. It is a long process and im old. I do want to make it. Ya'll are great teachers. Thank you so much.
@katherinebishop5158
Жыл бұрын
I love your comments about Greece and Greek baklava! I’m in Greece now watching your superb video. I agree. Greek baklava is the best!!
@reneekirby4303
11 ай бұрын
OMG that looks delicious. I’m gonna have to make some very soon.
@bjohnson1149
Жыл бұрын
Your recipes and videos are so organized and concise. I can tell you are a gifted teacher. I don't know if I'm brave enough to try this but, if I ever do, I will be sure to let you know.
@judyestrada1446
7 ай бұрын
Hello Tom & Melissa- This recipe looks absolutely delicious. I have never had any Baklava of any kind. But The story that you told when making this is absolutely wonderful. Tom you do not need to apologize for breaking down a bit telling the history this recipe & making this video. The two of you & the stories of your recipes ares are priceless. To have a friendship as your dad did with this young man is wonderful. The recipe and story you shared will live on many years. That kind of history on a recipe can go on decades. That story & history will live on beyond my time. The people who make it & share it years from now will be blessed to know the story. Thank you for keeping your father & his dear friend & family going . Your dad & his friend are blessed & proud of you carrying on their story for years to come. Enjoy your week. 👏👏👏💕🌻
@carolallen662
Жыл бұрын
We lived in Greece for 2 1/2 years and Baklava was my favorite treat.
@virginiawimer8064
Жыл бұрын
I am a Scottish Cherokee.
@rhonavoss8531
11 ай бұрын
I was wondering what I could cook today for my kiddos..on my way to The Wal Mart Facility for ingredients.. Chris/Tom and Melissa your such a sweet couple and your videos are awesome…Thanks again for another good recipe.. I was wondering if Tom does all the cooking ?
@user-fg5dy5uc1d
9 ай бұрын
Splendid! I'm going to.surprise our family this christmas. Thankyou from NZ for the recipe.
@joynelson7230
11 ай бұрын
SORRY for loss of your dad Tom. Love the stories behind these recipes. Just love you both . A blessing to your viewer's. GOD BLESS. THANKS ❤❤
@comesitatmytable9044
11 ай бұрын
We appreciate those kind words. Thank you so much. We are grateful to have you watching our channel.
@judypoole7622
Жыл бұрын
Love watching you two well done
@jeannettethorsby7085
Жыл бұрын
This sounds delicious!😋 Reminds me of the Italian honeyballs or Pyramids. We make those at Christmas. Yes, I'm Italian lol 😊
@comesitatmytable9044
Жыл бұрын
We think it is fantastic! We generally like it around Christmas time, too. But there's no rule that says that it can't be enjoyed anytime of the year!
@MsBabylon5
11 ай бұрын
I'm not Greek either but when I was a teenager we use to eat at a Greek place in Charlotte, NC at a mall and I fell in love with Greek food especially baklava. I hunted for a recipe book for baklava I finally had to order a book. It had a story in it and it said that baklava is different in each family so that's why it tastes different each time you tried it. The recipe I use is different from yours but oh so delicious. I only make it on special occasions. I love your story about your father and his friend. I have learned to make other Greek dishes. I go to Greek festivals too and got other recipe books there. You need to try the one made with spinach, feta cheese and Greek dough.
@wifigrannyl.1354
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful! I love it! I had no idea the recipe was so simple. Time consuming but simple. I'm going to make this soon. I'm new here and am already binge watching your wonderful videos. Thank you.
@cindyjanssen8017
10 ай бұрын
Sorry for your loss ❤ Thank you for sharing your recipe from your family friends❤
@clairenason4869
10 ай бұрын
We have a Greek church that has a festival every year and I have ordered some homemade. Delicious.
@skeeterdebeaux-stibick7406
Жыл бұрын
One of my absolute favorite desserts ❤️ I need to try this recipe for sure ❤ Thank you for sharing from Roswell, New Mexico ❤️ God Bless you both ❤
@HappyHermit322
7 ай бұрын
I'm drooling now...
@coldcountess
Жыл бұрын
So very sorry for your loss.
@vieramorris5861
10 ай бұрын
My son who past away on Christmas day 2017 loved baklava and I would get him f some at bakery that had it.
@dianalester1351
Жыл бұрын
I so enjoyed hearing you speak of your Dad, and your adventures in Greece!
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