1 stick butter
1 lb. box brown sugar
2 c. self-rising flour
1 tsp. vanilla flavoring
3 eggs
3/4 c. nuts (optional)
Coconut or raisins (optional)

Mix all ingredients together and bake in a greased pan, 8x12x3 inches, in a 300 degree oven for 40 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.

NOTE: To substitute plain flour for self-rising flour, add 1 teaspoon of baking powder for each cup of flour. This will rise to 3 inches and then sink to 1/2 inch thick.