Grapefruit Bars
Makes 2-3 dozen bars

Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
3 Tbsp. fresh grapefruit juice
3 Tbsp. grapefruit zest

Preparation

• Preheat oven to 350† F. Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
• Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt and set aside. In large bowl, cream together shortening and brown sugar.
• In a separate bowl, beat in the eggs, then add in grapefruit juice and zest. Blend well. Gradually blend in flour mixture.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until lightly colored on top. Set pan on a wire rack to cool. Cut into bars.

Cook’s note: Before cutting, frost with plain, lemon, or orange icing for added taste.