Chocolate Chews - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (6 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips
1/2 c. butter or margarine, softened (1/4 lb.)
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

In double boiler over simmering water, melt chocolate chips; set aside.
In large bowl, beat butter and 1 cup sugar until creamy.
Beat in eggs and chocolate.
Mix dry ingredients in small bowl, then add gradually to butter mixture.
Place remaining sugar in small bowl.
Roll dough in 1-inch balls and roll in sugar. Place 2-inches apart on greased baking sheet.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 12 to 14 minutes or until tops appear dry.
Cool one minute, then transfer to rack.
Store airtight.
Makes 3 1/2 dozen.