1 c. butter (softened)
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. raisins
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips

Bet butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar with mixer at high speed until creamy. Add vanilla, eggs; blend thoroughly. By hand stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until well mixed. Stir in raisins and chocolate pieces; spoon dough by teaspoon 1 1/2 inches apart to allow to spread. Bake 8 minutes at 375 degrees. Transfer to wire racks to cool. Yield: 6 dozen.