Coconut Lemon Bars

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   Pour 1/4 cup boiling water over coconut in a small bowl. Let stand 30 mins, until liquid is absorbed. Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Grease a foil-lined 11 x 7 inch baking pan, with foil extending at long sides for handles.

2. 2

   Sift 1 1/2 cups of the flour and powdered sugar into a large bowl. Add butter and rub into flour with fingertips until mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Press into bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of prepared pan.

3. 3

   Bake for 20 mins, until golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly. Reduce oven to 325u00b0F.

4. 4

   Beat eggs and granulated sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until pale. Fold in coconut, and lemon peel and juice. Add remaining 1/4 cup flour and stir until well combined. Pour over crust.

5. 5

   Bake for 30-35 mins, until set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Cut into bars and serve with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

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