COOKING WITH THE STARS: KATHARINE HEPBURN

Legendary actress Katharine Hepburn was one of the greatest actresses of all-time in movies, but she was also a homebody who prided herself as a great cook - especially in later years. Here is Miss Hepburn's recipe for brownies...

Katharine Hepburn’s Brownies


2 (1-ounce) squares unsweetened baker’s chocolate
1 stick unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts

Melt chocolate and butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar. Add eggs and vanilla and beat well. Stir in flour, salt and walnuts. Mix well. Pour into a buttered 8-inch square baking pan. Bake at 325˚ F for 40 minutes. Cool and cut into squares.