Sharon's Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies

1 1/2 cups butter flavored shortening
1 1/3 cups butter -- softened
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups packed light brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
7 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons soda
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts
4 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, butter, and sugars until smooth. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the dry ingredients and stir into creamed mixture. Stir in nuts and chocolate chips. Scoop out rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until centers are set and very lightly browned. Don't overbake. Cool 2 to 3 minutes before removing from baking pans.