warning:you may get unexpected marriage proposals when you share these cookies….they’re that good!!

1 (8oz) pkg softened cream cheese

1 cup margarine (it MUST BE margarine, butter does NOT work)

3/4 cup sugar

3/4 cup brown sugar

1 egg

1 tsp vanilla

2 1/2 cups flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

12 oz pkg semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Combine cream cheese, margarine, and sugars, mixing until well blended.  Blend in egg and vanilla.  Add combined dry ingredients, mix well.  Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.  Drop by rounded teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheet.  Bake at 375 degrees for 15-18 min or until lightly browned.