1 1/2 c. flour
2 c. sugar
10 tbsp. cocoa
1 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening to 1 1/2 c. shortening
4 eggs, unbeaten
2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. chopped walnuts (or pecans)

(1 cup = "caky" brownie, 1 1/2 cup = fudge brownie)

Combine all ingredients, except walnuts, into one large bowl. Beat for 3 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly mixed. Add walnuts. Pour on to 2 cookie sheets or 2 (9 x 13 x 2 inch) baking pans. Bake at 300 degrees for approximately 30 minutes (baking time varies).