Blonde Brownies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
2 c. packed brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 tsp. vanilla
2 to 3 Tbsp. hot water
1/2 to 3/4 c. chopped walnuts
4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
Melt shortening; add brown sugar.
Cool slightly.
Add eggs to shortening mix; blend.
Add vanilla; mix well.
Gradually add flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Use the hot water to help blend.
Add walnuts if desired.
Grease 13 x 9-inch pan.
Spread in batter.
Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes.