The BEST Chocolate Chip Cookies EVER

Ingredients (for 2 dozen cookies):
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
2 tbsp. shortening
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1-1/4 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2tsp cornstarch
1-2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preparation:
1. Combine shortening, butter, sugars, egg and vanilla in a medium-sized bowl. Mix thoroughly with an electric mixer on medium speed.

2. Add baking soda, cornstarch and salt. Mix.

3. Slowly add flour until thoroughly blended.

4. Add chocolate chips and nuts, then mix.

5. Roll or scoop dough into 1" or 2" balls. Place on a cookie sheet lined with a Silpat mat or parchment paper.

6. Bake at 350* for 8 to 10 minutes. For a softer cookie, bake until the edges are slightly golden brown.