1 1/3 cup shortening, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
3 cups flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
1 cups nuts (optional)

Combine shortening, sugars, eggs and vanilla. Mix well. Blend in remaining ingredients.

Drop by teaspoonfuls onto baking sheet.

Bake at 375°F for 8-10 minutes.

Submitted by: Melanie