Chewy Brownie Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. water
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/3 c. baking cocoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 c. (12 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 c. chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening, sugar, water and vanilla.
Beat in the eggs.
Combine flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda.
Gradually add to creamed mixture and beat just until blended.
Stir in chocolate chips and nuts, if desired.