Lemon Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 egg, shortening and dry cake mix until crumbly; reserve 1 cup.
2. 2
   Pat remaining mixture lightly in ungreased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
3. 3
   Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until light brown. Beat remaining 2 eggs, sugar, baking powder, salt, lemon peel and lemon juice with beater until light and foamy.
4. 4
   Pour over hot crust.
5. 5
   Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until brown.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with confectioners sugar, if desired.
8. 8
   Cool.
9. 9
   Cut into bars (2 x 1 1/2-inches).
10. 10
    Makes 32 bars.