Instructions: To prepare dry-roasted mealworms, first drop them in boiling water for one minute. Next, drain them on a paper towel. Finally, bake mealworms at 200 degrees for one to two hours, depending on the size. When cooked, mealworms can easily be crushed with a spoon.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, combine butter, sugar, brown sugar and vanilla. Beat until creamy. Beat in eggs. Gradually add flour mixture and insects, mixing well. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts (optional). Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for eight to ten minutes.

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