From Joanne (USA)

Serves 8

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 envelope unsweetened chocolate
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 teasp. baking powder
• 1/2 teasp. salt
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds

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Directions: Melt butter in saucepan. Blend in remaining ingredients. Pour into greased square pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Add frosting. Chill until firm. Top with glaze.

Peppermint Cream Frosting:Combine 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 Tablespoons milk, 1/2 teasp. peppermint extract. Beat until smooth. Add green food coloring.

Chocolate Glaze:Blend together 1 envelope unsweetened chocolate and 1 Tablespoon butter, melted.

Chocolate Frosting: (Can be substituted for chocolate glaze) Melt 2 Tablespoons butter with one ounce unsweetened chocolate and one Tablespoon milk. Add one cup powdered sugar and 1/2 teasp. vanilla. Beat until smooth.

Prep Time: 30 minutes        Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with vanilla ice cream on top. Enjoy!