Almost Fudge Brownies

(by Sally A. Brett)

(Although these are called "brownies," they are more like a melted candy bar or thick fudge.)

1 - 1 1/2 oz. unsweetened chocolate

1/4 lb. (1 stick) butter

1 c. sugar

2 eggs, beaten

1 t. vanilla extract

1/3 c. flour

confectioners' sugar, optional

Preheat oven to 350 F. with rack in center.

In a glass 8 x 8 inch pan, place chocolate and butter.

Microwave to melt.

Add sugar, mixing well.

Add eggs, mixing well.

Stir in vanilla and flour, mixing to blend well.

Bake 15 - 22 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Sift with confectioners’ sugar as brownies cool.

(Read Three Candy Bars, the story that accompanies this recipe.)