Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease an oblong pan (13 x 9 1/2 x 2-inch).
3. 3
   Melt chocolate and shortening over low heat.
4. 4
   Beat in sugar, eggs and vanilla.
5. 5
   Measure flour by sifting.
6. 6
   Stir flour, salt and baking powder together; blend in.
7. 7
   Mix in nuts.
8. 8
   Spread in pan.
9. 9
   Bake 30 minutes or until brownies pull away from sides of pan.
10. 10
    Do not overbake.
11. 11
    Cool slightly and cut in bars.