Saucepan Brownies

From Jeannine

Preheat oven to 350. In a heavy 3 qt. saucepan over low heat, melt 2 sticks butter, 2 cups sugar and 2/3 cup cocoa. Remove from heat. Mix in 4 eggs, one at a time.

Stir together 2/3 cup flour, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp soda and then add to saucepan.

Mix in 2 tsp vanilla, 2 cups good chocolate chips, 1/2 to 1 cup chopped nuts. Macadamia nuts are good for a special occasion.

Spread in a greased 13" x 9" x 2" pan. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until sides pull from pan and top begins to crack. Don't overbake.