Chewy Brownie Cookies...

2/3 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 tbsp. water
1 tbsp. vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening, sugar, water and vanilla. Beat in eggs. Combine flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda in a small bowl; gradually add to creamed mixture and beat just until blended. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2-inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 7 to 9 minutes; do not overbake. Cool 2 minutes on baking sheets before removing to wire racks.