Rec. Lime Squares

marsha-tbay

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1 c all purpose flour

1/2 c butter, softened

1/2 c chopped pecans

1/4 c sugar

2 eggs

2 tbsp lime juice

1 to 1-1/2 tbsp grated lime rind

1 c sugar

2 tbsp all purpose flour

1/2 tsp baking powder

powdered sugar (opt)

Combine 1 c flour, butter, pecans and 1/4 c sugar; mix until crumbly, using a pastry blender. Press into a greased and floured 12 x 8" baking pan. Bake at 350, 15 mins.

Beat eggs with a fork, adding lime juice, rind, 1 c sugar, 2 tbsp flour and baking powder. Pour mixture over crust. Bake an additional 25 mins. Cool.

Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.

Makes about 3-1/2 dozen.

Recipe from Southern Living

 
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