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

Melt shortening over low heat. Add brown sugar and beat well. Let cool. Add eggs and blend. Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add to sugar mixture. Mix well. Add nuts and chocolate chips. Spread in a greased pan. Bake at 325°F for 30 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.