Citrus Bars

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon finely grated orange rind
• 4 large eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
• Garnish: orange and lemon rind strips

Preparation

1. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; add 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Beat until mixture forms a smooth dough. Press mixture into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking pan.
2. Bake at 350° for 20 to 22 minutes or until lightly browned.
3. Whisk together remaining 1/4 cup flour, granulated sugar, and next 6 ingredients; pour over baked crust.
4. Bake at 350° for 28 to 30 minutes or until set. Cool in pan on wire rack. Sprinkle evenly with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, and cut into bars. Garnish, if desired.