To a large bowl add 2 sticks softened butter 3/4 c white sugar (granulated) 3/4 c brown sugar 1 tsp. vanilla. Mix this very well, then add one at a time 2 large eggs Mix well. In another bowl, combine 2 1/4 c AP flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter, egg, sugar mixture. Then add 2 c chocolate chips 1 c chopped walnuts. Drop by spoonful to baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 375° for 10-12 mi. My oven takes exactly 11 minutes. Makes about 5 dozen.