Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies

<p>Heat oven to 375°F.</p>

<p>In large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy and thoroughly mixed, scraping downside of bowl occasionally. Or, mix with a spoon for about 1 minute.</p>

<p>Add egg and vanilla. Beat until smooth and thoroughly blended.</p>

<p>Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt just until blended (dough will be stiff).</p>

<p>Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.</p>

<p>Scoop dough into heaping tablespoonfuls (#24 cookie scoop) and drop at least 2 inches apart, onto ungreased or parchment-lined cookie sheets.</p>

<p>Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown (centers will be soft). Cool 2 minutes on cookie sheet; remove cookies from cookie sheet to cooling rack.</p>

<p>Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Store covered in airtight container.</p>