1 pkg. chocolate chips
1/3 c. shortening
2 eggs
1/2 c. sugar (white)
1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. walnuts (opt.)
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt

Melt over hot water 1 small package chocolate chips together with shortening. Beat eggs with sugar until thick. Add flour with baking powder and salt. Add chocolate mixture and 1 teaspoon vanilla and blend well. Add optional walnuts (chopped fine). Grease 8 x 8 inch pan; cut wax paper to fit, then grease paper. Pour mixture and bake 20 to 25 minutes at 375 degrees. Cool and slice.