I got this recipe from a classmate when I was in elementary school.
* Exported from MasterCook *
Chocolate Chip Bars
Recipe By

amsel
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : bars-squares
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 cup vegetable shortening
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped nuts -- optional
1 cup brown sugar
3 egg whites -- beaten
Combine all ingredients except 1 cup brown sugar and the egg whites.
Press dough into 9x3-inch baking pan.
Mix brown sugar and egg whites; pour over top of cookie batter.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
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