Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup shortening or 3/4 cup butter
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 eggs
• 2 1/4 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped nuts(optional)