Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease an oblong 9 x 13-inch pan.
3. 3
   Melt chocolate and shortening in microwave for 2 minutes; set aside. Beat sugar and eggs in large bowl.
4. 4
   Add chocolate mixture and mix in.
5. 5
   Add flour, baking powder and salt; stir in.
6. 6
   Mixture will be thick.
7. 7
   Mix in nuts.
8. 8
   Spread in pan.
9. 9
   Bake about 30 minutes, until top has a dull crust.
10. 10
    A slight imprint will be left when top is touched lightly with finger.
11. 11
    Cool before cutting.
12. 12
    Store in tightly covered container.