Congo Bars - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. margarine
1 box brown sugar
3 eggs
12 oz. pkg. chocolate chips
1 c. nut meats, if desired (walnuts)

Preparation

Mix flour, baking powder and salt together; set aside.
In large saucepan melt margarine and add brown sugar.
Cool slightly. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
Add dry ingredients, chocolate chips and nuts, if desired.
Pour into greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.
Cut when cool into squares.