Brownie Points

This recipe makes some really good, dark, yummy brownies. Just be careful to not overcook as they can dry out easily. Enjoy!

Great Company Brownies

3/4 pound butter--melted
2 1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided)
1/2 c. cocoa powder
5 eggs
2 cups brown sugar
2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
pinch salt
1/2 c. nuts (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9 x 13 pan.
Melt butter in a saucepan. Add 1 3/4 c. chocolate chips and stir until melted. Add cocoa to melted mixture and set aside.
In separate bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Mix in butter-chocolate mixture and the remaining 3/4 c. chocolate chips and nuts. (Some nuts and chocolate chips may be saved to sprinkle on top of brownies before baking.)
Spread into a prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.