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"The tradition of Italian cooking is that of the matriarch. This is the cooking of grandma. She didn't waste time thinking too much about the celery. She got the best celery she could and then she dealt with it."--Mario Batali

Grandma's Best Brownies Recipe

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Category:
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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/4 Tbsp. butter,divided
4 oz unsweetened chocolate,chopped
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 1/4 Tsp. vanilla extract,divided
2 large eggs
1 cup flour
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
2 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3-4 Tbsp. milk
Directions:
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400ºF.Grease 8 inch square baking pan.In large heavy saucepan over low heat,melt 8 Tbsp butter and chocolate,stirring constantly.Remove from heat and stir in granulated sugar,2 Tsp. vanilla and eggs,one at a time.Blend in flour and walnuts.Spread in pan and bake until brownies start to pull from sides of pan,18-20 mins.To prepare frosting: in medium bowl with electric mixer,beat remaining butter and vanilla until creamy.At low speed,gradually add confectioners' sugar and cocoa,alternating with milk,beating well after each addition until frosting is smooth and fluffy.Frost brownies when removed from oven by gently spreading on.Cut into 16 squares.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
16
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
11 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
A tall glass of ice cold milk is the classic partner to brownies, but for something different why not try a yogurt smoothie, flavored soy milk drink or your favorite ice cream on top.

 

 

 

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