Lemon Bars

Be sure to let cool for several hours before serving - these bars need the time to set.

Lemon Bars

Crust:

2 cups flour

1 cup butter, room temp

1/3 c sugar

1/2 tsp salt

Cream together flour and butter. Press into a 9x13 greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 min.

Filling: 4 eggs, room temp

2 cups sugar

1/2 tsp baking powder

¼ cup flour

4 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

zest of half a lemon

Slowly beat eggs. Add remaining ingredients, one at a time, and blend well. Pour filling mixtures over hot crust and return to oven. Turn oven down to 325 degrees and bake for 25 min. Completely cool and refrigerate for a couple of hours. Sprinkle with powdered sugar & serve ~ Yummy! This is my favorite treat!