Congo Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Melt shortening in large saucepan, add brown sugar and mix well.
Cool slightly.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each one.
Sift together flour, baking powder and salt, add to saucepan mixture; mix well.
Add nuts and chocolate chips.
Pour into greased 13 x 9-inch pan.
Bake at 325\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool, cut and enjoy.