Barbara Bush's Chocolate Chip Cookies

Directions

Preheat oven to 375℉ (190℃).

Grease baking sheets with vegetable oil or cooking spray.

Sift flour, baking soda and salt on waxed paper.

Beat butter, sugar and egg in large bowl until fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Beat in hot water and vanilla.

Gradually beat in flour mixture until blended and smooth.

Drop dough by well rounded teaspoonfuls on prepared baking sheets.

Bake in 375℉ (190℃) oven until golden, about 10 minutes.

Cook on sheets on wire rack to cool completely.

Makes about 3 dozen cookies.