3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt (or to taste)
1 c. chopped pecans
1 c. coconut, not packed
1 c. maraschino cherries, drained & chopped
Corn Flake crumbs (no specified amount)

Cream shortening and sugar. Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla. Beat well. Sift dry ingredients and add to the creamed mixture. Stir in the pecans, coconut and the maraschino cherries. Drop by teaspoonful into corn flake crumbs. Toss lightly to coat; form into balls. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.