1 c. butter
2 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 c. cocoa
2 c. plain sifted flour
Nuts if desired

Cream together the butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Sift cocoa and flour together and add to first mixture. Batter will be thick. Add nuts, if desired.

Bake in greased 9 x 12 inch pan at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.