3 sq. unsweetened chocolate
1/2 c. shortening
3 eggs
1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1/3 c. raspberry jam

Melt chocolate with shortening over hot water; cool slightly. Blend together eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt; stir in chocolate mixture, then flour. Fold in walnuts.

Turn into well-greased 8-inch square pan. Bake at 325 degrees for about 40 minutes. Spoon jam over hot brownies; spread carefully. Let cool. Spread Velvet Chocolate Glaze over brownies and top with walnuts if desired.

VELVET CHOCOLATE GLAZE:

Melt 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate. Blend in 2 tablespoons each butter and light corn syrup. Stir in 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla; mix well.