What's Christmas without cookies for Santa?

Whew! It's only December 3rd and already the holidays seem to be upon me. Every year, my Mom and I (and whoever else is interested) have a cookie day. We spend the day baking (and eating) all different types of cookies to share with friends, family and co-workers. This is a recipe we tried last year that I have made several times since and really like.

Andes Chocolate Mint Cookies

3/4 C. Butter
1 1/2 C. Brown sugar
2 T. Water
12 oz. Bag chocolate chips
2 Eggs
2 3/4 c. Flour
1/2 t. Salt
1 1/4 t. Soda
1 lb. Andes Mints

Melt together butter, brown sugar and water. Add chocolate chips and stir until melted. Let stand 10 minutes to cool. Add remaining ingredients.
Chill dough at least 1 hour. It gets very sticky, so I put it back in the fridge after I roll each batch.
Roll into balls and place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 9 minutes. Remove from oven and place 1 Andes mint on top of each cookie. Swirl melted mint on top of cookie with a spoon.

This recipe makes a lot, about 5 dozen so it's great for holiday parties. Or, if you are like me, you give your co-workers cookies instead of gifts.

Happy holidays!