LEMON BARS BY : BAREFOOT CONTESSA ( INA GARTEN )

Steps:

• 1. Preheat the oven to 350° F
• 2. For the crust , cream the butter and sugar until light in the bowl of an electric mixer , fitted with the paddle attachment.
• 3. Combine the flour and salt and , with the mixer on low , add to the butter just until mixed.
• 4. Dump the dough onto a well-floured board and gather into a ball.
• 5. Flatten the dough with floured hands and press into a 9x13x2" baking sheet , building up a 1/2" edge on all sides. CHILL
• 6. Bake crust for 15 - 20 minutes , until very light browned. Let cool on a wire rack . Leave oven on.
• 7. For the filling , whisk together the egg , sugar , lemon zest , lemon juice , and flour. Pour over the crust.
• 8. Bake for 30-35 minutes , until the filling is set. Let cool to room temperature.
• 9. Cut into triangles and dust with confectioners' sugar.