A convenient cake mix hurries along the preparation of these tasty brownies. These goodies are a holiday favorite in our family.

Ingredients: (Yield: 2½ dozen)

• ²⁄3 cup butter, melted
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups sugar
• 1¹⁄3 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup baking cocoa
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup water
• 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips

GLAZE:

• ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup 2% milk
• 1¼ cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

In a large bowl, combine the butter, eggs and vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients; add to butter mixture. Stir in water and chocolate chips until blended.

Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until brownies pull away from the sides of the pan. Cool on a wire rack.

In a microwave, melt the chips and butter with milk; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; whisk in the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or until chilled; frost brownies. Cut into bars.