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CHOCOLATE BROWNIES  If you think all brownies are created equal, you're in for a big surprise.Try these with homemade vanilla ice cream, a glass of ice cold milk or bourbon whipped cream. Sneak one at midnight and savor the taste of this delectable chocolate sensation. (Makes: About 20 Brownies) Ingredients: 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter 1 pound plus 3 cups semi sweet chocolate chips 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate 6 large eggs 2 tablespoons Kahlua 2 tablespoons vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups sugar 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 3 cups chopped walnuts 1 cup shredded coconut Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 12x18 inch pan. Set aside. In a double boiler, melt the butter, 1 pound of the chocolate chips, and the unsweetened chocolate until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Combine, but do not whisk the eggs, Kahlua, vanilla and sugar. Stir in the cooled chocolate mixture. Set aside Sift together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix into the batter. Finally, fold in the other cup of chocolate chips, coconut, and the walnuts. Pour into the greased pan. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until a tester comes out just clean. Don't over bake. Cool thoroughly, cut into squares and enjoy! |
