1/2 c. butter
2 (1 oz.) sq. unsweetened chocolate
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. all purpose flour
1/2 c. sliced almonds; optional

In saucepan melt butter and chocolate. Remove from heat; stir in sugar. Blend in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla. Stir in flour, mix well. Spread batter in a greased 8 x 8 x 2 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350 degrees until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, about 30 minutes. Cool and cut in bars. Makes 8-12 brownies.