Mud Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   In bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
3. 3
   In bowl, beat brown sugar, butter and vanilla extract until creamy.
4. 4
   Add egg; beat well.
5. 5
   Gradually add flour mixture.
6. 6
   Stir in 1 1/3 cups chocolate chips and nuts.
7. 7
   Spread into foil lined 9-inch square baking pan.
8. 8
   Bake at 375° for 23 to 25 minutes.
9. 9
   Immediately sprinkle 2/3 cup chocolate chips over top.
10. 10
    When chocolate chips are shiny, spread evenly.
11. 11
    When cool, chill 5 to 10 minutes to set chocolate.
12. 12
    Cut into 2 x 1 1/2-inch bars.
13. 13
    Makes 36 bars.