Brownie Drops

Directions

1. 1
   Combine chocolate and butter in top of double boiler.
2. 2
   Bring water to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to low; cook until chocolate melts, stirring occasionally.
4. 4
   Cook and set aside.
5. 5
   Beat eggs at high speed of an electric mixer until foamy.
6. 6
   Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until mixture is thick and lemon colored (about 5 minutes).
7. 7
   Add chocolate mixture and next 4 ingredients, mixing well.
8. 8
   Stir in vanilla.
9. 9
   Drop by teaspoonfuls 3 inches apart on greased cookie sheets.
10. 10
    Press a pecan half into center of each cookie.
11. 11
    Bake at 350° for 8 to 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool on wire rack.
13. 13
    Yields 5 dozen.