Tangy Lemon-Almond Bars

2 ¾ c. sugar, divided ¾ c. butter, softened 2 T. plus 1 t. lemon zest, divided 3 ¼ c. flour, divided ½ t. salt, divided PAM 6 eggs ¼ c. chopped crystallized ginger 1 t. baking powder 2/3 c…