2/3 c. shortening, melted
2 1/4 c. (1 lb.) brown sugar
3 eggs
2 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped nuts
1 (6 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips

Combine shortening with sugar, add eggs, one at a time, beating after each. Add sifted dry ingredients, nuts and chocolate chips. Spread in greased 10 1/2" pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes in 350 degree oven. Cool, cut in bars.