From Grandma's Kitchen - Chip Nut Bars

I think I must have been about 9 years old the first time I remember my mom making these, and they quickly became a family favorite.  A cross between a chocolate chip cookie and a brownie, similar to a blondie, but with the added ingredient of instant coffee makes these CHIP NUT BARS a family favorite! They are the perfect snack to have on hand during the summer with all the kids home from school, and a hit at cook outs and family reunions! Everyone will love them, guaranteed!

CHIP NUT BARS

1 c. shortening*

1 3/4 c. brown sugar, packed

2 eggs

1/2 tsp. salt

2 tsp. baking powder

2 c. flour

1 tsp. vanilla

1 Tbsp. instant coffee

1 c. chopped pecans

1 pckg. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 350°.Mix all ingredients together. Place in greased/floured 13x9x2 pan and bake for 20-30 minutes or until toothipick inserted in center is clean. Yields 24 bars.

*This is how you know that this recipe has been around awhile. You can use Crisco if you want, but these days I substitute with butter and it works just fine.

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