Accompanied story, “Blue Ribbon Performer,” published 9-5-2013
2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1/2 cup coconut oil
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped nuts
Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, coconut oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla in a large mixing bowl until creamy.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheet.
Bake for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Makes about 5 dozen cookies.
-- Robin Warren
