Monster Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325F and lightly grease 2 cookie sheets.
2. 2
   Coarsely chop all pecan halves, except 1/2 cup.
3. 3
   In a small bowl mix together flour and baking soda.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, beat together butter, both sugars, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
5. 5
   Add in egg and vanilla and beat until mixed.
6. 6
   Add flour mix to this until blended then stir in coarse chopped pecans.
7. 7
   Using a 1/4 cup measure, shape dough into 12 mounds (6 on each sheet), space evenly.
8. 8
   Push chocolate pieces and pecan pieces into dough.
9. 9
   Bake for 15-17 minute until golden brown around edges and lightly coloured on top.
10. 10
    When done let cookies rest on sheets for 3min.
11. 11
    to firm up.
12. 12
    Carefully lift off and turn into a brown paper bag; let stand 5 minute Transfer to wire racks and cool completely.
13. 13
    Enjoy -- they are sooooo good!