Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.

Set aside 1 cup mixture for topping; press remaining mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes.

Spread lemon curd over crust. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, almonds and reserved topping mixture; sprinkle over lemon curd.

Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.