Congo Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 (7 oz.) pkg. chocolate bits
1 c. black walnuts (optional)
2/3 c. shortening
3 eggs
1 lb. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 Tbsp. water

Preparation

Sift flour, baking powder and salt.
Melt shortening (I prefer Crisco); add sugar.
Stir and let cool slightly.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.
Add dry ingredients and water, then nuts and bits.
Pour in greased 16 x 10-inch pan; spread evenly and bake 25 to 30 minutes at 350\u00b0.
Do not overbake.
Cut in bars or squares when cool.
Makes delicious dessert if cut a little larger, topped with ice cream and chocolate sauce.
Very popular.