Frosted Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Heat shortening and chocolate in 2-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until melted.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Stir in sugar, vanilla and eggs.
5. 5
   Stir in remaining ingredients except frosting.
6. 6
   Spread in a greased square pan (8 x 8 x 2-inch).
7. 7
   Bake until brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan (30 to 35 minutes).
8. 8
   Cool slightly.
9. 9
   Frost with Easy Chocolate Frosting.
10. 10
    Cut into about 2-inch squares.
11. 11
    Yields 16 brownies.