Gingered Lemon Almond Squares

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F.

2. 2

   In a food processor grind fine the almonds with 1/4 cup of the confectioners' sugar and 1 cup of the flour, add the butter, and blend the mixture until it just resembles meal.

3. 3

   Pat the mixture into an 8-inch-square baking pan and bake the crust in the middle of the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it is pale golden.

4. 4

   Let the crust cool completely in the pan on a rack.

5. 5

   In the bowl of an electric mixer beat the eggs until they are thick and pale, beat in the granulated sugar and the lemon juice, and beat the mixture for 8 minutes.

6. 6

   Sift in the remaining 2 tablespoons flour, the baking powder, the ginger, and a pinch of salt, stir the filling until it is combined well, and pour it over the crust.

7. 7

   Bake the confection in the middle of the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and pale golden.

8. 8

   Transfer the dessert in the pan to the rack, sift the additional confectioners' sugar over the top, and let the dessert cool completely.

9. 9

   Cut the dessert into 2-inch squares.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.