1 3/4 c. flour
2 c. sugar
3/4 c. cocoa
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
4 eggs
2 soft sticks (1 c.) butter
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 c. pecans, if desired

In large bowl of mixer, combine the unsifted ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa, salt, and baking powder. Add eggs, butter, and vanilla. Beat 3 minutes with mixer. Pour into greased and floured 8x12 inch pan. Sprinkle with nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Remove from oven before they look quite done. These should be slightly chewy.