Grammy Dow'S Coffee Chip Bars - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. shortening
1 c. light brown sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/2 c. cold, strong coffee
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 c. chocolate chips
1/2 c. nuts (optional)

Preparation

In medium bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar.
Add egg and coffee.
In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add wet ingredients to dry.
Add chocolate chips and nuts.
Bake in greased 8 x 8-inch pan at 325\u00b0 for 15 to 18 minutes.
May be frosted.
Cut into bars.
May be doubled for 13 x 9-inch pan. Serves 12.