3/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 c. butter
3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. water
1 (12 oz.) bag Nestle's chocolate chips, divided
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix flour, baking soda, and salt and set aside. In saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and water. Bring to just a boil and then remove from heat. Add 6 oz. chocolate chips and vanilla. Stir until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well. Gradually add flour mixture. Stir in remaining 6 oz. chocolate chips and nuts. Spread into greased brownie pan. Bake 30 to 35 minutes. Cool completely. Makes 16 (2 1/2 inch) squares.