Salt versus sodium, Kosher or sea salt, how much should you have—there are a million questions about salt. A pro cook answers them.

Dinner recipes without any salt? Bland. Brownies with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt? Next-level. There are so many types of salt out there, it can be difficult to navigate which ones to use when.

With a delightful mix of flavors and textures, soft and chewy centers with crispy edges, adorned with semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and a touch of flaky sea salt, these cookies ...