Citrus - Hazelnut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   For crust: In a medium bowl, beat butter with electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.
3. 3
   Add 1/4 cup granulated sugar; beat until combined.
4. 4
   Beat in one cup of flour and half of the nuts until crumbly.
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   Press mixture into bottom of ungreased 8x8x2 - inch baking pan.
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   Bake about 10 minutes or until golden brown.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, in another medium bowl, combine eggs, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, orange peel, orange juice, lemon peel, lemon juice and baking powder.
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   Beat on medium speed about 2 minutes or until combined.
9. 9
   Pour mixture over crust.
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    Sprinkle with remaining nuts.
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    Bake about 20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and center is set.
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    Cool in pan on wire rack.
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    If desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar.
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    Cut into bars.
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    Store bars, covered, in refrigerator.