Preheat oven to 350� F. Using Microwave oven, melt shortening in the mixing bowl. Add molasses, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Stir well. Sift in powdered milk, baking powder, and salt. Add wheat germ and nut meats. Stir only enough to blend, about 20 strokes. Line pan with waxed paper, mitering corners. Spread dough in pan and bake 25-30 minutes at 350� F. Turn out of pan, remove wax paper immediately, and cut into bars or squares while warm.