Lemon Squares

Sarah's grandmother and Aunty Cathy love lemon squares. Of all the recipes I have tried this one is the easiest to make and is always a hit. They are very good with coffee for a midmorning break or at teatime. You may have to make more than one batch!

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Filling:

2 eggs

1 cup sugar

2 Tbsp all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp. baking powder

2 Tbsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. grated lemon peel

1. In a bowl, combine the flour, butter and sugar. Pat into a ungreased 8-inch square glass baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

2. For filling: in a small bowl beat eggs. Add the sugar, flour, baking powder, lemon juice and peel, beat until frothy.

2. Pour the lemon mixture over the hot crust and bake for another 20 minutes until light golden brown.

3. Cool the pan on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar and cut into squares.

Note: If you like a more tangy lemon square add more lemon peel and another tablespoon of lemon juice.