Minty Fudge Brownies

1 1/4 c Flour; Unbleached

1/2 t Baking Soda

1/2 t Salt

1 c Sugar

1/2 c Butter

3 T ;Water

1 1/2 c Mint-Chocolate Chips; *

1 1/2 t Vanilla Extract

3 ea Eggs; Large

1 c Nuts; Chopped

1 x Walnut Halves; Optional

* Chips should be 1 bag (10 oz) of Mint-Chocolate Chips from Nestles. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter and water; bring JUST TO A BOIL. Remove from heat. Add mint-chocolate chips and vanilla extract; stir until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually blend in flour mixture. Stir in nuts. Spread into a greased 13 X 9 X 2-inch baking pan. Bake at 324 degrees F for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool completely on wire rack, cut into 1 1/2-inch squares. Garnish with walnut halves, if desired.