Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies

4 1/2 cups flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
2 cups shortening
1 tbsp vanilla
5 eggs
2  cups chocolate chips 

Mix the first four ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.  Set aside. Cream shortening and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.  Add vanilla to the shortening mixture.  Add eggs, one at a time, whipping at medium-high speed after each egg is added.  Scrape bowl frequently.
 
Add flour mixture to the shortening mixture about 1 cup at a time, mixing on medium speed until all of the flour mixture is incorporated into the shortening mixture. Add the chocolate chips, gently folding them into the mixture.  

Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.  Bake at 375 degrees for about 7 minutes or until they are just turning a light golden brown.  Do not overbake.  Let cool for  about 30 seconds on cookie sheet.  Place on racks to completely cool.  Store in airtight container.  Makes about 9 dozen cookies.