2 1/4 c. unsifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. butter, softened
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 c. sugar
1 pkg. (4 oz.) instant pudding, any flavor
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips
1 c. chopped nuts

Mix flour and baking soda; set aside. Combine butter, sugars, pudding mix and vanilla in large bowl; beat until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs. Gradually add flour mixture, then stir in chips and nuts (batter will be stiff). Drop from teaspoon onto ungreased cookie sheets, about 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. About 7 dozen.