Layered Fudge Brownie Torte

Cut brownie into three 9" x 4-1/3" rectangles; carefully remove from pan. It may work better to remove the brownies from the pan, then cut into three equal pieces; set aside.

In medium bowl, combine chocolate chips with 1/2 cup peanut butter; microwave on 50% power for 2 minutes; stir. Microwave for 30 second intervals on 50% power, stirring after each interval, until smooth. Let cool for 20 minutes.

Place one brownie rectangle on serving platter. Top with one-third of the chocolate mixture. Top with second brownie rectangle, then another third of the chocolate mixture. Top with final brownie rectangle and the rest of the chocolate mixture. You may need to use skewers to hold the layers together until the chocolate mixture hardens. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

While torte is in the fridge, in large bowl combine butter, 1/4 cup peanut butter, and 1 cup powdered sugar; beat well. Alternately add remaining powdered sugar and enough milk for desired spreading consistency. Beat in vanilla and salt.

Remove torte from fridge and spread the peanut butter frosting around sides of the torte. Cover and let stand for 1-2 hours before serving. Serves 18