Congo Squares - Carlene Newland

⅔ C shortening
2 ½ C brown sugar
3 eggs
1 C nuts
2 ⅔ C flour
2 ½ t baking powder
½ t salt

∙ Melt shortening and add brown sugar.
∙ Beat till well beaten.
∙ Allow to cool slightly.
∙ Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
∙ Add dry ingredients then nuts and chocolate chips.
∙ Spread on greased cookie sheet.
∙ Bake at 350' for 15 minutes
∙ Do NOT overcook.