Butterscotch Squares

1/2 c. shortening                   2 c. sifted flour
2 c. brown sugar                   2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt                          2/3 c. chopped nuts
2 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs


Cream shortening, brown sugar, salt, vanilla and eggs. Sift flour and baking powder together. Stir into creamed mixture. Add nuts. Spread in greased 9x13" baking pan. Bake at 350 deg. for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. While still warm, cut into squares.