Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

1 c. salted butter

3/4 c. brown sugar

1/4 c. sugar

1 tsp. vanilla

2 eggs

1 small box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix

1/4 tsp. salt

1 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. baking powder

2 1/3 c. flour

3/4 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips

3/4 c. white chocolate chips

Cream the butter and sugars.  Add in vanilla and eggs.

Add in the dry ingredients, and then the chocolate chips.

Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.  Let sit on pan 2-5 minutes before removing to a cooling rack.  

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Homemade BBQ sauce

2 c. ketchup

2 c. tomato sauce

1 1/4 c. brown sugar

1 1/4 c. red wine vinegar

1/2 c. molasses

2 Tbs. butter

4 tsp. liquid smoke

1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/4 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. paprika

1/4 tsp. celery seed

1/4 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

In a large saucepan, mix together all the ingredients.  

Bring to a boil, over medium heat.  Then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 20 minutes or up to an hour, stirring occasionally.  

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