Chocolate Chip Cookies - Alabama Farmers Federation

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup shortening
• 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon flour
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts, optional
• 1 teaspoon vanilla