Elke Woods Lemon Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Into a medium bowl, sift together 1 1/2 cups flour, the confectioners sugar, and the salt.
3. 3
   Cut in the butter, 1 teaspoon zest, and the almonds until the mixture just clings together.
4. 4
   Press into a lightly buttered 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
5. 5
   Bake until just firm and lightly golden, about 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Let cool slightly before filling.
7. 7
   In a large nonreactive bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, baking powder, and remaining 1/4 cup flour and tablespoon zest until combined.
8. 8
   Pour into the prepared crust.
9. 9
   Bake until the filling is set and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
11. 11
    Cut into squares.