Rosie'S Chocolate Brownies

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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   Butter an 8-inch square pan.

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   In double boiler, melt the chocolate with the butter over barely simmering water.

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   Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.

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   In a bowl, using electric mixer, beat together the chocolate mixture and sugar for 1 to 2 minutes until completely combined.

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   Add the vanilla and the lightly beaten eggs and mix just until combined.

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   Add the flour and beat just until totally blended and has a shiny, velvety look, 1 minute or less.

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   Spread batter evenly into prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until a very thin crust forms on the top and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean or with a moist crumb.

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   Do not over bake.

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    Cool in the pan on a rack until it reaches room temperature.

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    When it is cool, cover with plastic wrap and set aside overnight.

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    To make frosting: In blender combine the melted chocolate, sugar and evaporated milk.

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    Process for 3 to 5 minutes until mixture is firm and shiny (the sound of the blender will change when the mixture has firmed up).

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    Frost the brownies with a thin layer of the icing.

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    To serve, cut into squares and top each with a pecan half, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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