Brian'S Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Melt 1/2 cup butter and 4 squares chocolate over low heat in a heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Cool.
3. 3
   Stir in sugar.
4. 4
   Add 4 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. 5
   Add flour, salt and 1 teaspoon of vanilla; mix well.
6. 6
   Pour into a greased and floured 10 x 15-inch baking pan.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or just until firm.
8. 8
   Do not overbake.
9. 9
   Melt remaining 1/2 cup butter and 1 square of chocolate over low heat in a heavy saucepan.
10. 10
    Stir in powdered sugar, blending well.
11. 11
    Remove from heat.
12. 12
    Add egg, vanilla and lemon juice.
13. 13
    Stir in pecans.
14. 14
    Spread frosting over warm brownies.