Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Melt chocolate with shortening over hot water and beat in sugar and eggs.
3. 3
   Add dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
4. 4
   Stir in nuts.
5. 5
   Spread in well-greased square pan, 8 x 8 x 2-inches.
6. 6
   Bake in moderate oven at 350° until top has full crust, about 30 to 35 minutes.
7. 7
   When done, a slight imprint will be left when top is touched lightly with finger.
8. 8
   Cool and cut into squares before removing from pan. Makes 16 (2-inch) squares.