Vanilla Chip Cherry Cookies

Vanilla Chip Cherry Cookies

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1/4 tsp almond extract
2 1/4 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 pkg (10-12 oz.) vanilla or white chips
1 jar (10 oz.) maraschino cherries, drained
and chopped

In a large bowl, cream the butter and the sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one ata time. Beat well after each addition. Beat in the extract. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture. Mix well. Stir in the chips and the cherries. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 F for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Makes 4 1/2 dozen