Aunt Sylvia's Brownies

Submitted by Atomic Girl Cooks

"A cakey brownie that isn't overly sweet. Not fudgey, sticky, or gooey - and to me, that's a good thing sometimes! Frosting can be omitted if you wish, and pecans may be substituted for walnuts."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 24

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups sugar
• 1⁄2 cup cocoa
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 cup cold water
• 4 eggs, lightly beaten
• 3⁄4 cup walnuts, chopped
• chocolate frosting (optional)

directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Pour into a 9 x 13 pan.
3. Bake at 325 F until edges begin to pull away from the pan and toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean (about 25-30 min).
4. Cool completely. Ice with frosting, if desired. Cut into squares.