2/3 c. soft shortening
1 3/4 c. brown sugar
3 tbsp. hot water
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1/4 c. cocoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
2 c. zucchini, peeled & grated
1/2 c. chopped nuts (opt.)
1 c. chocolate chips

Combine first 3 ingredients and mix well. Add the rest of ingredients except chocolate chips and mix well. Pour into a greased 9"x13" pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chips on top. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.