Heat oven to 350°.

Grease an 8-inch square pan.

In saucepan melt over low heat 1/4 cup shortening

Take from heat and stir 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)

Set aside to cool.

Into cooled sugar and shortening stir l egg

Add and blend well:

3/4 cup sifted Gold Medal Flour,
1 teaspoon baking powder,
1/2 teaspoon salt

Then stir in

1/2 teaspoon vanilla and 1/2 cup chopped nuts

Spread in pan.

Bake 25 minutes, only until a toothpick stuck in center comes out clean. Do not overbake.

Cool in the pan and cut into squares.

Makes 16 2-inch squares.

"It's better to bake brownies not long enough than too long. Better ask mother to help you decide when these are done." Betty Crocker

Well-packed brown sugar will hold its shape when turned out of the cup.

There is a color photograph of Brownies, Coconut Macaroons, and Date Bars on page 160.

Whiz Coconut Macaroons

Delicious vanilla macaroons, made so quickly with Betty Crocker Coconut Macaroon Mix.