1 1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
3 tbsp. water
1 (10 oz.) pkg. Nestle mint-flavored chocolate chips
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs
1 c. chopped nuts (opt.)

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In small bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt; set aside. In medium saucepan combine sugar, butter and water; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add mint chips and vanilla; stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Transfer to a large bowl.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually blend in flour mixture. Stir in nuts. Spread in a greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake 30 to 35 minutes. Cool. Cut into squares.