Molasses Brownies

Ingredients

2 squares unsweetened chocolate
1/3 c shortening
3/4 c sugar
1 egg
1/4 c dark molasses
1/2 tsp vanilla
3/4 c flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 c chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Melt chocolate and shortening in 2-qt saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat; mix in sugar, egg, molasses and  vanilla. Blend in flour, baking powder, salt and nuts. Spread in greased 8x8x2″ baking pan. Bake at 350 F, 30-35 minutes. Makes 16 brownies.