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the best lemon bars

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iambaker.net
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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total: 50 minutes

Servings: 12

Ingredients

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Instructions

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Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, blend together softened butter, 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup sugar with a pastry cutter, a fork, or your hands. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan lined with foil.

Step 3

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm and golden.

Step 4

Whisk together 1 1/2 cups sugar and 1/4 cup flour. Crack eggs into a separate bowl, then whisk them into the sugar and flour mixture. Add 2/3 cup lemon juice. Pour over the baked crust.

Step 5

Bake for an additional 20 minutes in the oven. (Do not cover)

Step 6

Allow bars to cool in the fridge for at least 2 hours then dust with confectioners sugar.

Step 7

Cut into squares and serve.