Double Fudge Saucepan Brownies

From Shirley Evans

1/2 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. water
2 c. chocolate chips
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2/3 c. flour
1/4 tsp. soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. walnuts (optional)

Cook sugar, butter and water until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and immediately stir in half the chocolate chips. Stir until melted. Stir in the eggs and vanilla.

In a small bowl, combine the flour, soda, and salt. Mix and add to chocolate mixture. Stir in the rest of the chocolate chips and the walnuts.

Pour into a 9-inch square pan and bake at 325 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Cool completely and cut into bars.