Lemon Bars

• For Base
• sifted flour2 cups
• powdered sugar↗1⁄2 cup
• butter↗1 cup
• For top
• large beaten eggs4
• white sugar↗2 cups
• lemon juice↗1⁄3 cup
• flour↗1⁄4 cup
• baking powder↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• fresh lemon rind (optional)↗1⁄2 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   For the base mix the butter into the flour and sugar.

2. 2

   Mix with hands until it clings together.

3. 3

   Press into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.

4. 4

   Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.

5. 5

   For the filling, beat together eggs, sugar and lemon juice.

6. 6

   Sift together flour and baking powder.

7. 7

   Stir into egg mixture.

8. 8

   Pour over baked, cooled crust.

9. 9

   Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.

10. 10

    Cool and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

11. 11

    Cut into bars.