Congo Squares

By JDARK

Ingredients

• 2-3/4 cups flour
• 2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 2-1/4 cups brown sugar
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup nuts, optional
• 1 package chocolate bits

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cream shortening.
2. Add sugar and eggs.
3. Sift flour, baking powder and brown sugar together.
4. Add chocolate bits and nuts.
5. Press into 13" x 9" pan.
6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.