Halvah Filo Cheesecake
Courtesy of A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking by Marcy Goldman
Makes 14 to 16 servings
Filo crust
2 filo pastry leaves
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Filling
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Ingredients
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