1/2 c. melted butter
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
2 eggs
2/3 c. self rising flour
1/4 c. cocoa powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. chopped nuts (opt.)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix butter, sugar, vanilla and peppermint extract in a mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, beating with mixer one minute, after each addition. In small mixer bowl, combine flour, cocoa and salt. Add to egg mixture and beat well. Fold in nuts, if desired. Pour into a well greased 9"x9"x2" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.