Lemon Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup powdered sugar.
2. 2
   Cut in margarine with a pastry blender until mixture resembles cornmeal. Spoon flour mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish; pressing mixture evenly and firmly into bottom of dish.
3. 3
   Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.
4. 4
   Combine 1/2 cup flour and baking powder; set aside.
5. 5
   Combine eggs, 2 cups sugar, and lemon juice; beat well.
6. 6
   Stir dry ingredients into egg mixture and pour over baked crust.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for additional 25 minutes or until lightly brown and set.
8. 8
   Cool on wire rack.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with 1/4 cup powdered sugar and cut into bars.
10. 10
    Yields about 2 dozen bars.