Congo Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. brown sugar (1 pkg.)
3 eggs
1 c. nuts
1 (6 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips

Preparation

Mix and sift flour, baking powder and salt.
Melt shortening. Add brown sugar.
Stir until well mixed.
Allow to cool slightly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
Add dry ingredients, then nuts and chocolate chips.
Bake in greased pan (10 1/2 x 15 1/2-inch) at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 30 minutes.