1/2 c. melted butter
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp. hot water
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. M & M's plain
1/4 c. chocolate chips (optional)

Mix all of the above ingredients together. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Grease and flour 13 x 9 inch pan.