Chocolate Chip Cookies

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 AA large eggs
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups chocolate chips

Optional

1 cup chopped nuts

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Combine butter, sugar and brown sugar in a medium-size bowl. Blend with mixer until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly with an electric mixer on medium speed. Add baking soda and salt. Slowly add flour until thoroughly blended. Fold in Kirkland Signature Chocolate Chips and chopped nuts (optional) with a spatula.

Drop by spoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375°F for 12 minutes or desired doneness.

Yields about 45 cookies.

Hint: For easy clean up, use parchment paper to line your baking sheet.