Ingredients
1-1/2 cups shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 cups salted peanuts
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips and peanuts.
Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks.
