Slice And Bake Chocolate Chip Cookies

1. 1

   Cut four 14 inch by 12 inch pieces of waxed paper and set aside. Cut four 14 inch x 12 inch pieces of heavy duty aluminum foil and set aside.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl cream together the butter and sugars; beat in vanilla and eggs until light and fluggy.

3. 3

   In a large container mix together the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add the flour mixture into egg mixture until blended.

4. 4

   Stir in chocolate chips and nuts; divide the mixture into 4 equal pieces, with lightly floured hands shape each into a 8 to 10 inch roll.

5. 5

   Wrap each in sheets of waxed paper and then in a piece of heavy duty aluminum foil.

6. 6

   Label and date each package, place in freezer. These will keep for 6 months in the freezer.

7. 7

   To prepare the cookies: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, cut frozen dough into 1 inch thick slices and cut each slice in fourths.

8. 8

   Arrange cut pieces on an ungreased cookie sheet about 1 1/2 inches apart; bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.

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   Allow to cool slightly on the cookie sheets then transfer to wire racks to finish cooling.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.