3/4 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 eggs
2 1/2 sqs. unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Cream together shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat thoroughly. Add cooled chocolate. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Stir into chocolate mixture and blend well. Add vanilla and nuts. Spread mixture in greased 10 x 10 x 2 inchpan. Bake in moderate hot oven (375 degrees) for 25-30 minutes. Makes 36 pieces.