Bourbon Brownies

1 c butter
4 large eggs
2 c granulated sugar
4 (1-oz) squares unsweetened chocolate squares
1 1/2 c flour
1/2 t salt
1 t peppermint extract
2 T bourbon
1 T powdered sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
In heavy saucepan, combine butter and chocolate squares Cook over low heat, stirring until melted and smooth. Cool slightly. In large mixer bowl, beat eggs at medium speed for 2 minutes. Gradually add 2 cups sugar and beat well. Add chocolate mixture, flour, salt, peppermint extract and bourbon. Beat well. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan. Cut into bars and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Makes 2 dozen brownies.