Luscious Lemon Layers

Directions

1. 1
   ----Crust----.
2. 2
   Mix all crust ingredients together with a fork or pastry blender.
3. 3
   Press into bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan.
4. 4
   Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.
5. 5
   Cool completely.
6. 6
   ----Filling #1----.
7. 7
   Using electric mixer on low speed, blend cream cheese, sugar and lemon zest.
8. 8
   Add Cool Whip and mix until blended.
9. 9
   Spread evenly on cooled crust.
10. 10
    ----Filling #2----.
11. 11
    Using electric mixer, gradually add 1/4 cup of the milk to the cream cheese.
12. 12
    Mix until smooth.
13. 13
    Add pudding mixes and remaining milk, mixing well until mixture thickens (about 2 minutes).
14. 14
    Spread evenly on top of first layer.
15. 15
    Refrigerate, covered, until serving time.
16. 16
    Cut in squares to serve.
17. 17
    NOTE: For best results, use Jell-o brand pudding mix.
18. 18
    I have had poor results with other brands.
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    A graham cracker crust could be substituted for the shortbread crust, or--OR use two purchased pie crusts and divide filling evenly between them, OR recipe can be halved and made in an 8-inch square pan or 9-inch pie pan.