Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained1 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Preparation

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the pineapple, walnuts and cherries.

Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.