Brownies
a la Carlie

1 c shortening
3/4 c cocoa
2 c sugar
4 eggs
1 t. vanilla
1 t baking powder
1 t salt
1 1/4 c flour

Melt shortening and cocoa in saucepan on low heat. Let cool when completely melted. Add to sugar and eggs. (if it's too hot, it will cook the eggs!) Add vanilla. Add dry ingredients.
Bake 350 for 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

Alternatives:
I know Jas likes to put a layer of Nutella as frosting.
I sometimes take it out 5 minutes early and add marshmallows and chocolate chips to the top. They are impossible to cut up without making a mess, but are fabulous.