A family favorite. Gary and Harland preferred all black gum drops.

4 eggs (beat until foamy)
2 c. brown sugar
2 c. flour
1 tbsp. cold water
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. baking powder
Pinch of salt
2 c. gum drops cut fine
1 c. chopped nuts

Mix dry ingredients. Mix gum drops into flour mixture. Add other ingredients mixing well. Spread in greased pan and bake slowly at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.