2/3 c. melted shortening
4 unsweetened chocolate sq. (melted)
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
1 c. chopped nuts

1. Beat together shortening, melted chocolate squares, sugar, and eggs. Set aside.

2. Mix together remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add chocolate mixture to this one and beat well. (Mixture will be thick.) Pour into 8 1/2 x 11 baking pan and bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Cut into desired size pieces.