4 sqs. unsweetened chocolate
3/4 c. butter
2 c. sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. flour
1 c. coarsely chopped nuts (optional)
2 (5 1/2 oz.) pkgs. miniature chocolate covered mint patties

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Microwave chocolate and butter in a large microwave safe bowl on high for 2 minutes or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Add sugar. Stir in eggs and vanilla, stir until well mixed. Stir in flour and nuts.

Spread in greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan. Bake 30-35 minutes. Do not overbake. Immediately top with mint patties. Cover with foil. Let stand 5 minutes. Spread melted mints over top. Cool; cut into squares. Makes 2 dozen.