Baklava, with its rich layers, mirrors the intricate and layered friendship between Khaled and Hosam.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Layer half the phyllo sheets in a buttered baking dish, brushing each with butter.
Sprinkle nuts over the dough.
Layer remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.
Cut into squares and bake for 25 minutes.
In a saucepan, combine honey, water, sugar, and vanilla; bring to a boil.
Pour syrup over baked baklava.