Easy Fudge Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 sq. unsweetened chocolate
1/4 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/4 c. flour
dash of salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 c. finely chopped walnuts (optional)

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, over very low heat, melt chocolate and shortening.
Remove from heat and add sugar, egg, flour, salt and vanilla.
Stir well.
Pour into a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan and sprinkle with chopped nuts, if desired.
Bake in a preheated 400\u00b0 oven for 12 minutes or until cookies test done. Remove from oven; cool in pan and then cut into 2-inch squares. Makes approximately 16 squares.