Step 1

Preheat oven to 375˚F. In a large bowl cream butter and sugar with electric mixer. Sift in flour and baking soda. Blend until just combined. Receive 1/2 cup of this crust mixture. Press majority of mixture into bottom of greased 9”x9” baking dish. Level with bottom of flat glass or mug. Bake for 8-10 minutes.

Step 2

While crust is pre-baking combine reserved crust mixture with coconut, almonds, and vanilla in blender or food processor.

Step 3

Spread lemon curd on top of crust while still hot. Level with back of spoon. Sprinkle coconut mixture on top.

Step 4

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until edges of crust are just beginning to brown. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before placing in fridge to cool for another 2 hours. Then slice into squares and serve.