John has been making brownies from scratch since this summer, always with different toppings and mix ins.
1 1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. flour
2/3 c. cocoa
1/2 c. powdered sugar
3/4 t. salt
1/2 c. chocolate chips or other mix ins
2 eggs
1/2 c. oil
2 T. water
1/2 t. vanilla
Mix wet, mix dry, mix together. Bake in an 8x8 pan at 325 for 40 minutes.