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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 7 Minutes |
Ready In: 22 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Ingredients:
2/3 cup shortening |
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar |
1 tablespoon water |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 eggs |
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1/3 cup baking cocoa |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips |
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional) |
Directions:
1. in a large mixing bowl, cream shortening, sugar, water and vanilla.
2. beat in the eggs.
3. combine flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda.
4. gradually add to creamed mixture and beat just until blended.
5. stir in chocolate chips and nuts if desired.
6. drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
7. bake at 375 degrees for 7-9 minutes.
8. do not overbake.
9. cool 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
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