Nut Chocolate Bars - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 c. shortening
1 c. light brown sugar
1 egg, unbeaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. nuts, chopped
1 (6 oz.) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate bits
1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt

Preparation

Cream shortening, add sugar while continuing to beat.
Add egg, vanilla, chocolate, nuts, and sifted dry ingredients, and mix thoroughly.
Bake in a greased 8x8 inch pan at 350\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.
While still warm, cut into squares or bars.