I just wanted to give a little tip to those who have children that require a lot of time {hahaha} last night while I was cooking the soup I decided to make a casserole for tonights dinner. Britt entertained the girl and I cooked and then cleaned up 2 meals. I am going to do this once a week. So that we have a few meals already for the oven when we need them. I also made a batch of cookies and threw the dough in the fridge for a quick after dinner treat. It took the same amount of time to fix 2 meals as it did one and with dad taking care of the children it will be that much easier! Some of you may already do this and I am just slow on getting a clue {not the first time} but I thought I would share my new found time saver tip.

Chocolate- chip cookie

1 lb. real butter
1 1/2 C granulated sugar
2 C dark brown sugar
3 eggs
2 tsp real vanilla
5 C flour
2 1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 tsp baking soda
4-6 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Cream butter and sugars together until smooth.
3. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl mix together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add to mixture.
5. Stir in chocolate chips.
6. Line cookie sheet with wax paper (or treat yourself to one of these)
7. Place dough on cookie sheet and bake for 8-11 mins at 350 degrees. Enjoy! (It makes a lot of cookies. I usually give a lot away or freeze some for later.)

I cut this recipe in half and they are great! This cookie keeps it's shape really well!