Chocolate Chip Cookies

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1 c. shortening

3/4 c. brown sugar

3/4 c. white sugar

2 eggs

2 t. vanilla

2 1/4 - 2 3/4 c. flour

1/2 t. baking soda

3/4 t. salt

1 c. chocolate chips

1 c. walnuts, finely chopped (optional)

Cream together shortening and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla and stir. Sift in flour, baking soda and salt. Add chocolate chips and nuts if desired. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased pan. Bake at 375 for 8-10 minutes. Let cool on pan for 2 minutes before placing on wire rack to cool completely.