2 ¼ c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 stick margarine
½ cup (half stick) Crisco
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
12 oz. package of semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1 cup chopped nuts, if desired
Combine flour, baking
soda, and salt in small bowl. Beat margarine, granulated sugar, brown sugar,
and vanilla in large mixer bowl. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after
each addition; gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in morsels and nuts. Drop
by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at preheated 375°
F. oven for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand for 2 minutes;
remove to cool completely. Makes about 5 dozen cookies.