Fudgy Brownies

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Line an 8-inch-square baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on two sides; butter the foil.

3. 3

   Place butter and chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl set over (not in) a saucepan of simmering water; heat, stirring frequently, until almost melted.

4. 4

   Remove from heat; stir until completely melted.

5. 5

   Whisk sugar and salt into chocolate mixture until smooth; whisk in eggs until combined.

6. 6

   Gently whisk in flour just until smooth (do not overmix).

7. 7

   Fold in nuts, if desired.

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   Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.

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   Bake, rotating pan halfway through, until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached, 45 to 50 minutes.

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    Transfer pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

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    Use foil to lift brownie from pan; peel off foil and discard.

12. 12

    Cut into 16 squares.

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    Brownies can be stored up to 2 days at room temperature in an airtight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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