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Cool Lime Squares
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
Ready In: 55 Minutes
Servings: 6
Lime juice adds fresh flavor while nuts add some crunch. They’re especially refreshing during the warm summer months.
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, melted
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup ground almonds
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
1/3 cup lime juice
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon lime zest
1 -2 drop green food coloring (optional)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
confectioners' sugar
Directions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the first four ingredients; mix well. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 13-15 minutes or just until edges are lightly browned.
2. Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, combine eggs, sugar, lime juice, flour, baking powder, lime peel and food coloring if desired; beat until frothy. Pour over hot crust. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
3. Dust with confectioners’ sugar. Cut into squares.
By RecipeOfHealth.com