Ingredients

2 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar3 eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt3 cups milk chocolate chips2 cups chopped pecans12 dozen Popsicle sticks

Preparation

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Transfer to a larger bowl if necessary. Stir in chocolate chips and pecans.

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 3 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Insert a wooden stick into each cookie if desired. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.