Fudge Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease bottom only of a square pan (8 x 8 x 2-inches) with shortening.
3. 3
   Heat margarine and 1 package chocolate chips in a 2-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted.
4. 4
   Remove from heat.
5. 5
   Stir in remaining ingredients except nuts and 1/2 cup chocolate chips real hard with a wooden spoon until smooth.
6. 6
   Stir in nuts and chocolate chips. Spread in pan with a rubber spatula.
7. 7
   Bake until the center is set, about 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Cool completely; cut into 1 3/4 x 1 1/2-inch brownies.
9. 9
   Store brownies tightly covered.
10. 10
    Makes 20 brownies.