2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. butter, soft
1/4 c. sugar
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 sm. pkg. instant chocolate pudding
2 eggs
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips
1 c. nuts (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla

Combine butter, sugars, vanilla and pudding. Beat in eggs. Stir in flour, chips and nuts. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. For variation you can use chocolate or vanilla pudding. Makes 3 dozen.