Chewy and Soft Peanut Butter Cookies

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups AP or bread flour (bread flour improves the texture)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Cream the butter, butter flavored shortening, and sugars. Add eggs and blend. Add peanut butter and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and stir until well blended. Mix additional 1-2 min to develop some chew. ( gluten)

Measure out tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls. Place 3 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets. Make criss-cross pattern with fork dipped in sugar. Let chill in the fridge for 5-10 minutes

Bake in a pre-heated oven at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) 8-10 minutes until set, but not hard. Do not overbake. Leave on sheets for 2 minutes before removing. Cool, and store in covered container.