Lemon Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Mix together 2 1/4 cups of flour, the butter and confectioners sugar in a large bowl until a soft dough forms.
3. 3
   Remove and press dough into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan. Bake 20 to 25 minutes in preheated oven.
4. 4
   Remove from oven.
5. 5
   Beat the sugar, lemon juice, 1/4 cup flour, the eggs and lemon peel until well mixed.
6. 6
   Pour over hot crust.
7. 7
   Return to oven and bake an additional 20 minutes or until set.
8. 8
   Cool on wire rack and cut into bars.
9. 9
   Center will be soft.
10. 10
    Dust with confectioners sugar. These freeze well.