Brownies

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Grease the bottom of an 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan.

3. 3

   Melt the chocolate and shortening together over simmering water or in the microwave.

4. 4

   Cool slightly.

5. 5

   In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs well.

6. 6

   Add the sugar and combine thoroughly, then stir in the chocolate mixture.

7. 7

   Sift the flour together with the baking powder and salt, then stir into the chocolate mixture.

8. 8

   Stir in the nuts and vanilla.

9. 9

   Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.

10. 10

    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

11. 11

    Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then cut into 2-inch squares.

12. 12

    These are good warm or cold.

13. 13

    I always double this recipe and bake it in a 9 x 13 x 2-inch pan.

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