Fry's Fudgey Mint Brownies

This recipe is from the Fry's Cocoa package and has become our brownie of choice. Jennifer usually leaves out the peppermint and nuts, but either way they are great:

1 1/3 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup oil
1 cup cocoa powder
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp peppermint extract (optional)
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Mix flour, baking powder and salt. In a large bowl combine oil and cocoa powder. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla and peppermint. Blend in dry ingredients and nuts. Pour into greased 9” x 13” pan. Bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes.