As for CCC aesthetics, after inspecting lots of magazine and cookie-mix package photos, I've started to press a few chocolate chips halfway into the cookie dough just before baking, some pointy side up, some not. Or chocolate chunks, if using those instead. It DOES make a more attractive looking cookie when some of the chips or chunks are exposed and not covered in dough. And yes, the sprinkling of salt on top does take the cookie up to the next level! Speaking of ccc aesthetics - this is a common technique for food stylists. What, you thought all those magazine pics of gorgeous cookies were "real"? Well, they are - with a bit of help! thanks, Daphne- PJH

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