Chocolate Chip Cookie

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment.

Step 2: In a stand mixer, cream butter and sugar together, then add salt and vanilla.

Step 3: Add eggs and beat on low speed.

Step 4: Add half of the flour and beat until just incorporated.

Step 5: Combine baking soda and warm water, then add it to the dough.

Step 6: Add remaining flour and beat only until incorporated.

Step 7: Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.

Step 8: Portion out cookies 2 inches apart, wetting your hands and pressing the tops slightly to flatten.

Step 9: Bake for about 12 minutes until the cookies are browned.

Step 10: Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack to finish cooling.