Fudge Ripple Brownies

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in chocolate and vanilla.
3. 3
   Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts.
4. 4
   Spread into a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
5. 5
   Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
6. 6
   For frosting, cook and stir butter in a saucepan over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until golden brown.
7. 7
   Pour into a large bowl; add the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough cream to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cooled brownies.
8. 8
   For topping, melt chocolate and butter in a microwave; stir until smooth.
9. 9
   Add confectioners' sugar; stir until smooth.
10. 10
    Drizzle over frosting.
11. 11
    Cut into bars.