New England Chocolate Chip Cookies
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies! These stand out thanks to the shortening and walnuts.


New England Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Servings: Makes about 60.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Related Categories: 4th of July Dessert, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Cookies, Chocolate Desserts, Cookies, Cookies, Lunch Desserts
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  cup
    shortening
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  • 3/4  cup
    sugar
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  • 3/4  cup
    packed brown sugar
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  • 1  teaspoon
    baking soda
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  • 2 
    eggs
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  • 1  teaspoon
    vanilla
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  • 2-1/4  cups
    all-purpose flour
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  • 1  12-ounce
    package semisweet chocolate pieces
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  • 1  cup
    chopped walnuts
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  • 1/4  teaspoon
    salt
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Directions
1.
In a large mixing bowl, beat shortening with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Beat in the sugars, soda, and salt. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Stir in any remaining flour. Stir in chocolate pieces and nuts.
2.
Drop dough by rounded teaspoons 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. Makes about 60.
3.
Make-Ahead Tip: Store cookies in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or in freezer up to 1 month.
Nutrition information
Calories 106, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 26 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 1 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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