2/3 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. flour
1 c. chopped pecans
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
12 oz. pkg. chocolate chips

1. Cream sugar and shortening.

2. Add eggs and beat well.

3. Fold in vanilla, salt, baking powder and flour.

4. Fold in nuts and chocolate chips.

5. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes in 9"x13" greased pan.

6. Cool and cut into bars.