1 c. shortening or butter
2 eggs
2 c. brown sugar
1 c. sugar
2 c. quick cooking oats
2 c. flour
1 c. coconut
1 c. chocolate chips
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. nuts (pecans)

Mix everything together in a large bowl. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Yields: about 8 dozen.