Effie, the best cook in North Carolina, turns 100 today. In tribute to Effie, I'm posting her congo squares recipe from the cookbook that was decicated to her. Happy birthday, Effie!
1 1/8 stick margarine
1 box light brown sugar
3 eggs
1 pkg. (6 oz.) chocolate chips
2 3/4 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. nuts
Melt margarine. Add sugar and cool. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour, baking powder and salt. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes in a 10x15 inch pan. After it's done, wait 10 minutes before cutting.
