Ingredients

2 cups butter, softened2 cups sugar2 cups packed brown sugar4 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract6 cups quick-cooking oats3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Preparation

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the oats, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips. Chill dough for 1 hour or until firm.

Roll dough into 1-1/2 in. balls; place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from pans to wire racks.