Light - Brown Brownies. A favorite that my mother use to make for me early enough to eat warm before I left for school in the morning.

1 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 c. filberts, chopped (I use pecans)

Mix shortening, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla in a mixing bowl. Beat with electric mixer or by hand for 3 minutes. Sift dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Stir in filberts (nuts). Pour into greased baking pan 10 1/2 x 15 inch and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until nicely browned. Cut into squares while warm.