1 lb. brown sugar
2 sticks butter
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
2 c. chocolate chips
1 c. pecans (optional)
3 c. flour

Cream sugar and butter. Add eggs, one at a time; beat well. Gradually add flour, salt and vanilla. Add baking powder. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans.

Bake in a greased 9 x 13 pan for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown at 350°F.