Preheat the oven to 375 Mix in the order given 0.5 pounds butter 0.75 cups white sugar 0.75 cups packed brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla 0.5 tsp water 2 eggs In a separate bowl mix 2.25 cups flour 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda Combine wet and dry ingredients 12 oz (1 bag) of chocolate chips Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes