Grandma B.'s Brownies

I asked Mary Lynn to make this classic family recipe as one of our open house desserts.  Chris' Grandma B. was a fabulous baker.  Her desserts were delectable and the sweet tooth was definitely passed onto Chris.  I used to think that boxed brownie mix was good...until there was this.  It was love at first bite.  Sometimes Mary Lynn will even substitute some peanut butter chips or add peanut butter for that nutty taste that Chris goes gaga for :P. 

Sorry, no pictures at the moment but next time they're made I'll be sure to snap a photo to add to this entry!

Grandma B.'s Brownies
(Source: Helen B., Chris' grandmother)

Ingredients
Brownies

• 1 c sugar
• 1 stick margarine
• 1 can Hershey syrup (not the stuff in the plastic bottle)
• 4 eggs
• 1 c flour

Frosting

• 1 stick margarine
• 1 c sugar
• 2 Tbsp milk
• 1 c chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. To make brownies, beat together sugar, margarine, and can of hershey syrup.  Then beat eggs.  Once well mixed, add flour.
3. Pour brownie batter into a greased 13"x9" pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.  If toothpick comes out of center clean, it is done.
4. While brownies are baking, prepare frosting.  In a saucepan, stir together margarine, sugar, milk.  Bring to a boil for 2 minutes then add chocolate chips.  Beat until smooth then pour over warm brownies.