Chocolate Chip Cookies

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

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Dissolve baking soda in hot water (1 tsp) if desired, or simply add to dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.

5. 5

   Gradually stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture.

6. 6

   Fold in the chocolate chips.

7. 7

   Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.

8. 8

   Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Centers will still look soft.

9. 9

   Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.