White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

These are one of Matt's favorite cookies, the kids and I don't mind them either ...

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
10 ounces good quality white chocolate, chopped into chunks
1 cup toasted macadamia nuts, chopped into chunks

Preheat oven to 375*.  Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Using and electric mixer, beat the butter, sugars, vanilla and salt in a large bowl until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time and beat well.
Combine the flour and baking soda in a small mixing bowl.  Gradually add to the butter mixture, beating just until blended.  Stir in the chocolate and nuts.
Drop large rounded tablespoonfuls on the dough onto the baking sheets.  Bake 8-10 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.  Cool slightly, remove from the baking sheet and transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Recipe courtesy of kitchendaily.com.