Batter-Up Brownies

Ingredients:
- 1 c. all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 c. shortening
- 1 1/2 c. peanut butter
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1 c. chopped nuts (any kind)
- 1 c. (6 oz. pkg.) chocolate pieces

Directions:
- Spoon flour into measuring cup and level off.
- Pour onto wax paper.
- Add baking powder and salt.
- Stir to blend (I use a bowl). Melt shortening in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
- Remove; cool slightly.
- Add remaining ingredients in order listed.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Spread in well-greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
- Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Cool in pan.
- Cut into bars.
- Yields 3 dozen bars.