Melt chocolate and butter together in 3-qt saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until smooth (about 4-7 minutes). (If you're short on time, you can also do this in a large microwave safe bowl in the microwave; be careful not to burn the chocolate, though!).

Remove from heat; stir in sugar and vanilla.

Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in dry ingredients until well mixed.

Spread into a lightly greased 8x8 pan.

Bake at 350* for 33-38 minutes -- until brownies just begin to pull away from sides of pan.

**Brownie Tips: Begin checking for doneness 5 minutes before minimum baking time. Mine are usually done by the 30 minute mark, but every oven is different.