Cookbook:Lemon Squares

| Desserts

A wonderful square recipe with the flavor of lemon.

Base

 * 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour
 * ¾ cup (180 ml) powdered sugar
 * 1 cup (240 ml/g) margarine (softened)

Topping

 * 4 eggs
 * ⅓ cup (80 ml) lemon juice
 * 1 ½ cup (360 ml) white sugar
 * ¼ cup (60 ml) all-purpose flour
 * 1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking soda
 * 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grated lemon peel (zest)
 * Powdered sugar, as needed

Base

 * 1) Combine flour and sugar in a medium mixing bowl.
 * 2) Cut in margarine until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
 * 3) Press firmly into a greased square (8 x 8 or 9 x 9-inch) pan.
 * 4) Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 20–30 minutes, until lightly browned. Prepare the topping in the meantime.

Topping

 * 1) Beat eggs in large mixing bowl until frothy. Stir in the lemon juice and rind.
 * 2) In another bowl, stir together the sugar, flour, and baking powder.
 * 3) Add dry mixture to wet mixture. Stir until just moistened.
 * 4) Spread evenly over the hot base, and return to oven to bake for 20–25 minutes, or until set.
 * 5) Let squares cool before removing from pan and cutting. Dust with powdered sugar.