Cookie Sticks

Cookie Sticks

1/2 cup veget able oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup (6 oz.) semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

In a bowl, combine the oil, both of the sugars, egg, and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the sugar mixture. Divide the dough in half. On a greased baking sheet, shape each portion into a 15 x 3 inch rectangle about 3 inches apart. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and the nuts, if desired, over the dough. Press lightly. Bake at 375 F for 6-7 minutes. If desired, bake for 8-9 minutes for a crisp cookie. Cool for 5 minutes. Cut with a serrated knife into 1-inch strips. Remove to wire racks to cool. Makes about 3 dozen cookie strips.