Lemon Bars

• 1 c. butter, softened
• 2 c. all purpose flour
• 1 teas. salt
• 1/2 c. sugar

Mix together until coarse crumbs form.  Press into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a greased 9X13 dish. Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes, or just until it starts to brown.  Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.

Meanwhile, mix together the following:

• 1/2 c. flour
• 2-1/4 c. sugar
• 1 c. fresh lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
• grated rind of 2 lemons
• 6 eggs
• 2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)

Pour over the baked and slightly cooled crust.  Bake for 30 minutes at 350. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the top while still warm. Cool completely before cutting into squares. Store in refrigerator.