Lemon Squares

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350-degrees
2. Mix together with pastry fork or pastry cutter the butter, 2 cups all-purpose flour and powdered sugar.
3. Line a 9x13 glass baking dish with parchment paper, and press mixture into pan.  Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until set.  Do not allow to brown. I actually baked for 30 minutes, I have a new oven! 
4. Start the filling, mix the eggs, lemons (juice and zest), baking powder, sugar and remaining 4-tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Pour over baked crust, and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.  
5. Remove from oven, and sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar.  Allow to cool completely in pan, and using parchment paper, gently lift entire contents from pan.  Cut into squares with a very sharp knife, and place on serving tray or individual plates. Garnish with fresh mint or fruit.
6. Tip for the zest—I usually employ my micro plane, but this time I used an actual zester that made little ribbons of the zest, very tasty, very fun!  And, oh, very delicious! 

• Servings : 12
• Course : Dessert
• Recipe Type : Dessert