In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla; beat on Medium speed for 2 minutes. Combine flour, bakin soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and beat for 2 minutes. Stir in nuts and chips. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375 F. for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pans for 1 minute before removing to wire racks; cool completely Yield: about 6 dozen cookies. Editor's Note: 2 cups of chopped almonds may be substituted for the macadamia nuts. Mc formatting by bobbi744@sojourn. Com