Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F.
2. 2
   Grease the bottom of an 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan.
3. 3
   Melt the chocolate and shortening together over simmering water or in the microwave.
4. 4
   Cool slightly.
5. 5
   In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs well.
6. 6
   Add the sugar and combine thoroughly, then stir in the chocolate mixture.
7. 7
   Sift the flour together with the baking powder and salt, then stir into the chocolate mixture.
8. 8
   Stir in the nuts and vanilla.
9. 9
   Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
10. 10
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. 11
    Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then cut into 2-inch squares.
12. 12
    These are good warm or cold.
13. 13
    I always double this recipe and bake it in a 9 x 13 x 2-inch pan.