2 sticks butter
1 c. water
4 tbsp. cocoa
2 c. flour
2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 beaten eggs
1/2 c. sour cream
1 tsp. baking soda

Grease and flour a 13x9-inch pan. Melt butter, water, and cocoa. Remove from heat. Add rest of ingredients. Mix well. Pour on cookie sheet.

Bake at 350°F for 17-20 minutes.

Prepare icing while brownies are baking:

4 tbsp. cocoa
4 tbsp. milk
2 1/2 to 3 c. powdered sugar
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Melt butter, cocoa, and milk. Remove from heat. Add powdered sugar and nuts. Spread on cake while hot.