1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. shortening
1 tsp. vanilla
1/8 tsp. baking soda
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Mix eggs, softened butter and brown sugar. Next add the salt, flour, baking powder, soda and vanilla; mix well. Add the chocolate chips. Pour into an 8 x 12 baking pan for 20 to 25 minutes at 350°F. Let cool and cut into squares.

Makes 12 bars.