Martha Stewart Chocolate Chip Cookies

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F with racks in the upper and lower third positions. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. 2Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
3. 3Step 3: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and both sugars on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. 4Step 4: Add salt, vanilla, and eggs; mix to combine. Reduce speed to low.
5. 5Step 5: Gradually add flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. 6Step 6: Stir in chocolate chips.
7. 7Step 7: Using a tablespoon measure or a small ice-cream scoop, drop heaping portions of dough about 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets.
8. 8Step 8: Bake until cookies are golden around the edges, but still soft in the center, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet 1 to 2 minutes.
9. 9Step 9: Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely.