Toll House Cookies - Original 1939 Nestle' Recipe

Directions

Preheat oven to 375℉ (190℃).

Combine four, baking soda and salt in a small bowl; set aside.

Combine butter, sugars, and vanilla extract in a large bowl; beat until creamy.

Beat in eggs. Gradually add flour mixture; blending well.

Stir in chocolate chips and the chopped nuts.

Drop by rounded teaspoonsfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.

Bakes at 375℉ (190℃) F for 8 to 10 minutes.

Yields: 100 cookies.

Variations: Omit nuts and substitute one of the following: 4 cups crisp ready to eat cereal; 2 cups chopped dates; 1tablespoon grated orange rind; or 2cups raisins