Lemon Squares

Directions

1. 1
   In a smal mixer bowl beat butter or margarine until softened. Add 1/4 cup sugar and beat until fluffy.
2. 2
   Stir in 1 cup flour. Press dough onto the bottom of a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan. Bake in a 350° oven for 15 minutes.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, in the mixer bowl beat eggs.
4. 4
   Add 3/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, lemon peel, lemon juice and baking powder.
5. 5
   Beat about 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.
6. 6
   Pour the lemon mixture over the baked layer. Return to the 350° oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until edges are light golden brown and center is set.
7. 7
   Cool.
8. 8
   If desired, sift powdered sugar over cookies.
9. 9
   Cut into squares.
10. 10
    Makes 16.