2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts
2 c. brown sugar
3 eggs, slightly beaten
2 tsp. vanilla
1 (6 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips
2/3 c. shortening

Sift dry ingredients together and add nuts. Melt shortening. Remove from heat. Add sugar and beat well. When cool, add eggs, vanilla, and dry ingredients; mix well. Turn into greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Bake 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in pan. Cut in squares.