Easy Peasy Brownies

Here's the recipe that I promised. I always have all this stuff on hand, so it's not only cheaper than a mix (at least in Hawaii) but it's easier, too. Chocolate chips are crazy expensive, too, so I've been buying the huge bag at Sam's and keeping them in the freezer for just such a baking occasion.

Easy Double Chocolate Chip Brownies
by Nestle Tollhouse

2 cups (12 oz package) semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, cut into pieces
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preheat oven to 350F, grease 9x13 baking pan
Melt 1 cup chocolate chips and butter in a large heavy-duty (or good quality) saucepan over low heat; stir until smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in eggs. Stir in flour, sugar, vanilla and baking soda. Stir in remaining chocolate chips and nuts. Spread into prepared pan.
Bake for 18-22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out slightly sticky. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Makes 2 dozen (small) brownies.