Aunt Barbara used to bring this to every springtime gathering and it was always the first thing to disappear. I finally got her to share her secret to

Serve this lemon sheet cake chilled or at cool room temperature, straight from the metal pan for that church-basement-potluck vibe. A light dusting of powdered sugar or a spoonful of softly whipped cream on each square keeps the focus on the bright lemon flavor.

It pairs nicely with fresh berries, especially strawberries or blueberries, and a cup of coffee or hot tea. For a more festive spread, set it out alongside a simple fruit salad and a savory egg bake or quiche for a complete spring