Monster Cookies

Remember these, ladies?! :) I have grandma's original recipe, but it is so big, the batch makes like a million cookies. This is the shortened version. :) Don't these cookies just bring back so many memories?! I've decided to make these a new family tradition with my little family, maybe at Christmas time, in honor of Grandma & Grandpa Sutherland. I am gong to make these tomorrow with the girls.... umm, can't wait!

3 eggs
1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 12-ounce jar creamy peanut butter
1 stick butter, softened
1/2 cup multi-colored chocolate candies (M&M's)
1/2 cup chocolate chips
2 teaspoons baking soda
4 1/2 cups quick-cooking oatmeal (not instant)

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.

In a very large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugars. Mix well. Add the salt, vanilla, peanut butter, and butter. Mix well. Stir in the chocolate candies, chocolate chips, raisins (if using), baking soda, and oatmeal. Drop by tablespoons (if you want to make smaller/normal size cookies) or you can make "monster-sized" ones like g-ma. Place 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake. Let stand for about 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool. When cool, store in large resealable plastic bags.

**Made 20 "Monster-sized" cookies. :) **