2-1/4 c. all purpose flour (sifted)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. (2 sticks) butter
3/4 c.granulated sugar
3/4 c.packed brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 c. (12oz.) pkg. semisweet chocolate morsels

PREHEAT oven to 375°F.

COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla in larger bowl and mix until creamy.

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in morsels.

Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.

BAKE for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to stand for 2 minutes.

Remove to wire racks to cool completly.