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["In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.", "Sift the mixture twice.", "Store in a tightly covered, labeled container for up to 3 months in a cool, dry place.", "For Sugar Cookies use: Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.", "In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.", "With lightly floured hands, shape the dough into 1"" balls; arrange them about 2"" apart on 2 lightly greased 13"" X 9"" baking sheets Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden.", "Let cool for 1-2 minutes on the baking sheets; using a spatula, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.", "The cookies can be stored in a tightly covered container at room temperature for up to 1 wk.", "For Chocolate Chip Cookies use: Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F.", "In a large bowl, combine the Basic Cookie Mix, butter, egg, and vanilla.", "Stir in chocolate chips and nuts, distributing them well.", "With lightly floured hands, shape the dough into 1"" balls; arrange them about 2"" apart on 2 lightly greased 13"" X 9"" baking sheets Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden.", "Let cool for 1-2 minutes on the baking sheets; using a spatula, transfer to wire racks to cool completely.", "The cookies can be stored in a tightly covered container at room temperature for up to 1 wk."]