Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                        ***COOKIE MIX***
   9      cups          flour
   4      teaspoons     baking soda
   2      teaspoons     salt
   3      cups          packed brown sugar
   3      cups          sugar
   4      cups          shortening
                        cookies
   7      cups          cookie mix
   1      teaspoon      vanilla extract
   2                    eggs -- beaten
  12      ounces        semisweet chocolate chips

Preparation:

MIX: Thoroughly combine dry ingredients; cut in shortening until crumbly. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place up to 6 months. TO MAKE COOKIES: Combine mix, vanilla and eggs; mix well. Fold in chocolate chips. Drop by tablespoonfuls 1/2" apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 375F for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks. Yield: 2 dozen per batch Source: Taste of Home mag.