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In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Dissolve the baking soda in hot water and add it to the mixture along with the salt. Gradually stir in the flour until well incorporated.
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Gently fold the semisweet chocolate chips into the dough.
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.