Chewy Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookies

Preheat the oven to 375°F for regular pans and 350° for dark pans.
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, both sugars, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat well.
Gradually add in the flour mixture. Beat well.
Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts.
Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake in the middle of the oven about 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Do not overbake.
Cool slightly.
Remove from the cookie sheets and cool completely on a wire rack.
Tip: Store cookies in an airtight container and add a piece of soft white bread or a slice of apple to keep cookies soft. Change the bread or apple every day or two.
Cookies may also be frozen for longer storage. (Make sure they're tightly wrapped).