Orange Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, almonds, 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, and 1 tsp orange zest.
3. 3
   Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
4. 4
   Press into bottom of a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
5. 5
   Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly browned.
6. 6
   In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, orange juice, and extract.
7. 7
   Combine remaining 1/4 cup flour and baking powder and add to sugar mixture, whisking to combine.
8. 8
   Pour over crust.
9. 9
   Bake for 20 minutes, or until set.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, if desired.
11. 11
    Cut into squares to serve.