Fudge Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease the bottom of an 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan with shortening.
3. 3
   Heat margarine and 6 ounces
4. 4
   of chocolate chips in a 2-quart saucepan; stir until melted.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Stir in remaining ingredients, except nuts and extra chips, real hard with a wooden spoon until smooth.
7. 7
   Stir in nuts and chocolate chips.
8. 8
   Spread in pan with a rubber spatula.
9. 9
   Bake until the center is set, about 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Let brownies cool completely. Cut into 1 3/4 x 1 1/2-inch brownies.
11. 11
    Makes 20 brownies.