6 tablespoons butter (no substitutes)
6 squares (1 oz. each) semisweet chocolate
2 squares (1 oz. each) unsweetened chocolate
2 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon boiling water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup all-purpose flour *
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup (6 oz.) semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

In a microwave or double boiler, melt butter and the chocolate squares; cool. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs until foamy; gradually add sugar. Dissolve coffee granules in water. Add coffee and vanilla to egg mixture. Combine flour, salt and baking powder; gradually add to the egg mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts. Drop by 1/3 cupfuls 4-inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 350°F for 15-17 minutes or until firm. Cool for 4 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Makes 3 dozen.

*Cooks Note: 1/4 cup flour is the correct amount.

Submitted by: Helen Grant