Fudge Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan; set aside.
2. 2
   Preheat oven to 375°.
3. 3
   Combine chocolate chips and butter in a large saucepan. Melt over low heat, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Remove from heat. Combine eggs, salt and sugar; blend well.
5. 5
   Add to chocolate mixture.
6. 6
   Stir in flour, baking powder and vanilla until well blended.
7. 7
   Stir in nuts, if desired.
8. 8
   Pour into prepared pan.
9. 9
   Bake for 25 minutes or until brownie begins to pull away from edge of pan.
10. 10
    Let stand until cool.
11. 11
    Cut into bars.