Chocolate Chip Cookies

Description:
This recipe was given to me by my friend Beverly Bearden, I have modified it a liltte. They are very YUMMY!!!

This recipes about 8-9 dozen and can be halved.

Ingredients:
1 lb (4sticks) butter, softened
3 cups brown sugar
1 cup sugar
4 cups flour
5 cups ground oatmeal
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
24 oz chocolate chips
1 cup pecans, chopped

other options and combinations:
white chocolate chips
peanut butter chips
dried cranberries
raisins
walnuts
mini M&M's
Heath bits *** my fave
Directions:
In a large bowl cream together butter and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. In a small bowl blend dry ingredients. Add to large bowl. Add chips and nuts. Mix well. Drop by rounded tablespoonful on a cookie sheet.

Bake at 375 for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Cookies Servings: 12