Easy Fudge Cookies
["1 sq. unsweetened chocolate", "1/4 c. shortening", "1/2 c. sugar", "1 egg, beaten", "1/4 c. flour", "dash of salt", "1/2 tsp. vanilla extract", "1/4 c. finely chopped walnuts (optional)"]
["In a medium saucepan, over very low heat, melt chocolate and shortening.", "Remove from heat and add sugar, egg, flour, salt and vanilla.", "Stir well.", "Pour into a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan and sprinkle with chopped nuts, if desired.", "Bake in a preheated 400\u00b0 oven for 12 minutes or until cookies test done. Remove from oven; cool in pan and then cut into 2-inch squares. Makes approximately 16 squares."]
["unsweetened chocolate", "shortening", "sugar", "egg", "flour", "salt", "vanilla extract", "walnuts"]