Congo Bars
2002-05-25- Course: Cakes & Candy
- Yield : 24 servings
- Servings : 24 servings
- Prep Time : 20m
- Cook Time : 25m
- Ready In : 45m
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Mawmaw always cooked these at Christmas time. Ask Chad, Colby and Chrissy what they think of these.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups flour
- 2 1/2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 2/3 cup shortening
- 1 lb brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 (6 oz) package chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
In a saucepan over low fire, melt shortening. Remove from heat. Add brown sugar and mix well. Cool slightly. Add cold eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the wet ingredients, nuts, and chocolate chips. Press into a greased 9x13 pan.
Step 3
Bake 25 or 30 minutes at 350 degrees. When almost completely cooled, cut into squares and serve.
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