Chocolate Chip Pudding Cookies

2 sticks butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 Tablespoons vanilla
1 package cook and serve vanilla pudding
2 cups brown sugar
4 cups flour
2 cups chocolate chips

By hand, mix all ingredients except flour in large bowl. Once creamy, add flour. Stir until combined, then add chocolate chips. Shape into walnut-sized balls and bake at 350F for 11 minutes or until no longer shiny.