Once in awhile I have a craving for something other than chocolate. Not often, mind you, but on occasion! Here's one that the whole family enjoys. I like this particular recipe, because the tartness of the lemon seems just right to me.

Lemon Squares

1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 Tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional - I omit this if using salted butter)
2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel or lemon zest

Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix together 1 cup flour, butter and powdered sugar. Press into an ungreased 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 square pan, building up the sides about 1/2 inch. Bake for 20 minutes - the crust should be light brown when done.

While the crust is baking, beat the remaining ingredients together until light and fluffy. Pour over crust while it is still hot. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until no indentation remains when lightly touched in the center. Cool, sprinkle with powdered sugar and cut into squares.

Yum!