1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. coconut
1 c. chopped nuts

Cream together first 5 ingredients. Sift together flour, soda, baking powder and salt. Stir in with other mixture. Stir in oatmeal, coconut and nuts. Chill slightly and roll into 2 long rolls about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap tightly in foil and freeze. Slice in 1/4 inch slices and bake on ungreased cookie sheet in 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes 5 dozen.