1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. oatmeal
2 c. Wheaties
1 c. coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, raisins or dates (whatever)

Cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and other ingredients. Drop on cookie sheet; flatten with fork dipped in water. Bake at 375 degrees.