| 1 | In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar. |
| 2 | Add syrup and vanilla. |
| 3 | Mix in the flour just until combined, then fold in the nuts. |
| 4 | Shape into two long rolls, about 9 inches long and 1-?inches in diameter, and wrap them in wax paper. |
| 5 | Chill until very firm, at least 2 hours. |
| 6 | Preheat oven to 350 degrees. |
| 7 | Cut the dough into ?inch slices and place an inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. |
| 8 | Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are just beginning to brown. |
| 9 | Cool on a wire rack. |
| 10 | If desired, melt the chocolate chips slowly, stirring often until smooth. |
| 11 | Using a butter knife, spread a thin layer of melted chocolate over the bottom of each cookie. |
| 12 | Place on wax paper and chill briefly to harden the chocolate. |
| 13 | Peel from the paper and store airtight in a cool place. |
| 14 | * cookfdn brings you this recipe with permission |
