Lemon Bars

Ingredients

Crust

• 1 C all purpose flour

• ½ C butter, softened

• ¼ C sugar

Filling

• 5 Tbsp thick yogurt/sour cream

• 1 C sugar

• 2 Tbsp all purpose flour

• ½ Tsp baking powder

• 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 Tsp grated lemon peel

Preparation

1. For the crust: In a bowl, combine flour, butter and sugar until well mixed. Press into a lightly greased 8 x 8-inch square baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 F/180 C for 15-20 minutes.

2. For the filling: In an another mixing bowl, combine the filling ingredients and beat until frothy. Pour over the crust. Bake at 350 F/180 C for 20-25 minutes or until golden. Cool on wire rack and cut into bars.

Serves

6-8

By Anand Lila Devi Dasi