1/3 c. butter or shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 slightly beaten egg
1 tbsp. hot water
1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt

Melt butter or shortening. Add brown sugar. Add slightly beaten egg and hot water; mix well. Add remaining ingredients. Pour into 8" pan, greased. Sprinkle 1 (6 oz.) package chocolate chips on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.