My Mom's Chocolate Chip Cookies

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   Preheat oven to 350 - remember to adjust if your oven temp varies (I use 325).

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   Cream together sugars and shortening;.

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   blend in egg, vanilla and salt.

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   Add half of flour - mix baking soda in with remaining flour, gently stir in with chocolate chips.

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   Do not overmix, just enough to mix in flour.

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   Roll into balls, small enough to fit 12-15 on a greased baking sheet (personally, I use my pampered chef bar pan - no greasing needed!

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   Squish down slightly, with fingers or fork.

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   Baking time also varies - set timer for 10-12 minutes, watch carefully.

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    You will probably need another few minutes, trust your excellent baking judgement!

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    If you like crisp cookies, let them brown - chewy, take them out while they're still puffy in the centre!

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    Let sit on the pan until set, lift off to cool on counter or rack.

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    Cooled cookies or dough can be frozen in sealed freezer bags - just let thaw at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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