Chewy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

1 c. butter
1 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/4 c. flour
1/2 tbsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3 c. quick-cooking oats
1/2 c. oats, ground in blender (measure after grinding)
1 c. chocolate chips (I just use the bag)
1 c. nuts, chopped (optional)

In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until just blended. Mix in the quick oats, ground oats, chocolate chips, and nuts. Bake at 325 for 11 minutes.

Love, love, love these!