Name: Peanut Cookies
Yield: Yields about 30 cookies
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons softened butter; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 egg; 1 cup flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup shelled salted peanuts; 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled (optional)

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At Loaves and Fishes we have huge glass jars filled with a variety of very large cookies. Since we opened our doors, we have had to refill the peanut cookie jar over and over each day. This recipe is for our loyal customers and our guests at the Inn, who enjoy a good cookie.

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