2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. softened butter or shortening
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. water
2 eggs
1 c. chopped nuts, optional
1 pkg. (11 1/2 oz.) chocolate chips

Mix flour with baking soda and salt; set aside. Beat butter, sugars, vanilla, water and eggs until light and fluffy. Blend in flour mixture. Stir in nuts and chips.

Drop from teaspoon, 2 inches apart, onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Makes about 6 dozen.