Easy From-Scratch Brownies

Directions

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   Note: these brownies taste extra rich with Saco Premium Dutch Cocoa and-don't knock it 'til you try it!-finely-ground oat flour (available at any health food store). Try these warm, with vanilla ice cream and hot fudge. I often make a double batch because they go so quickly.
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   You won't need a mixer to make these brownies. A fork works just fine!
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   Preheat oven to 350°F.
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   Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
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   Melt butter. Add cocoa; stir until well-combined.
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   Add sugar and stir until well-combined.
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   Add eggs and beat into the mixture.
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   Stir in vanilla (I like to use an extra teaspoon), flour, and salt; be careful not to overbeat.
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   Add nuts, chocolate chips, etc.-or leave as-is.
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    Spread in the pan, bake for approximately 20 minutes. You want an inserted toothpick to come out clean, but you want them nice and gooey.
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    Enjoy!