Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (F). Line a 9" x 13" pan or spray with nonstick spray. Set aside.

Combine the butter and brown sugar in a bowl.

Add the eggs and vanilla and mix well.

Combine the dry ingredients.

Add the previous mixture.

Stir in the chocolate chips.

Pour the batter into the 9" x 13" pan.

Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until lightly brown.

Remove from the oven and cool completely.

Slice and serve.

You can add additional ingredients like nuts, butterscotch chips, toffee, or caramel bits for a slightly different taste. Dixie suggests trying the basic recipe first and then experimenting with various other flavors.

Sugar loves the basic chocolate chip version, as does Sheriff Terry, though he says they are best warm right out of the oven and served with a a scoop of ice cream.