1 stick soft butter
1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
Dash salt
2 slightly beaten eggs
3/4 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 to 1 c. pecans

Bake at 325 degrees for about 25 minutes in 8 1/2-inch square pan.

FROSTING:

1/2 stick butter
2 c. confectioners sugar
Hot milk or water
Peppermint flavoring to taste
1 tsp. food coloring

Mix all ingredients using enough milk or water for spreading consistency. Spread on brownies.

Drizzle over top 2 squares chocolate melted with 1 tablespoon butter. Let chocolate set before cutting. Dip knife in warm water to keep chocolate from cracking when cutting.