Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups (12-oz. pkg.) Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
-PREHEAT oven to 375° F.
-COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl.
-Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy.
-Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
-Gradually beat in flour mixture.
-Stir in chocolate chips and nuts (if desired).
-Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
-BAKE for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown.
-Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes.
-Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
