CRUST:

1 cup (2 sticks) butter
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl, cream together butter and confectioners' sugar until fluffy. Add 2 cups flour, beating until blended. Spread evenly in well greased 9x13-inch pan.

Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

TOPPING:

4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
confectioners' sugar, for sprinkling

In small bowl beat eggs until light and foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar, beating until thick and blended. Add lemon juice, flour and baking powder. Beat thoroughly.

Pour mixture over baked crust and bake at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes more or until golden and custard is set.

Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, let cool. Cut in small squares to serve.

Submitted by: Janey Sargent