Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sift together in a
large bowl:

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sifted all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Add:

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup (120 grs.) unsalted butter or margarine,  softened

Stir well with a mixing spoon until smooth and well combined, about a minute. Stir in:

1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnut or pecans
1 pkg (6oz or 175 grs.) semisweet chocolate pieces

Spread in teaspoon-sized portions onto ungreased cookie sheets, using a spatula to push the mixture free.  

Bake about 10 to 12 minutes or until golden. Remove to wire rack and cool.

MAKES ABOUT 30 3" COOKIES