2 sqs. unsweetened chocolate
1/4 c. butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, unbeaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
Powdered sugar (about 2 c.)

Melt chocolate and butter together over very low heat. Let cool slightly and add sugar, eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Stir in flour sifted with baking powder and salt. (Add 1/4 cup chopped nuts, if desired.) Chill dough. Shape into small balls and roll in powdered sugar. Bake on greased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for about 8 minutes. Makes about 7 1/2 dozen cookies.