Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:
- flour - 2 1/2 c
- baking soda - 1 t
- salt - 1/2 t
- butter, softened - 1 c
- sugar - 1 1/4 c
- eggs - 2
- green food coloring - 1 t
- pure peppermint extract - 1 t
- semi sweet chocolate chips - 1 1/2 c
Instructions:
In a bowl mix together flour, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a second bowl beat butter and sugar with mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Mix in eggs, food color and peppermint extract. On low speed gradually beat in flour mixture; stir in chocolate chips.
Drop by heaping tablespoons 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 10 - 12 minutes or until edges are lightly brown. Cool for 1 minute on baking sheet. Remove, place on wire racks; cool completely.
