Blondies

Directions

1. 1
   In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat; remove from heat.
2. 2
   Add sugar and stir until smooth and dissolved.
3. 3
   Transfer mixture to larger mixer bowl and beat 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add egg and vanilla.
5. 5
   Continue beating until light and fluffy, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
6. 6
   Stir in flour and salt, just until blended. Fold in chocolate pieces.
7. 7
   Spread in an 8-inch greased and floured square pan.
8. 8
   Bake 20 to 25 minutes at 350° or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Do not overbake. Cool completely on wire rack, then cut in squares.
10. 10
    Makes 16 squares.