Congo Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 3/4 c. sifted flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. brown sugar (1 lb. bag)
3 eggs
1 c. nuts
2 small or 1 large pkg. chocolate chips

Preparation

Mix and sift flour, baking powder and salt.
Melt shortening and add brown sugar.
Stir until well mixed.
Allow to cool slightly.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add dry ingredients, then nuts and chocolate chips. Pour into greased pan about 9 x 13 x 2-inch.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.
Cut into 2 x 2-inch squares when almost cool. Yields 48 squares.