1 c. shortening (1/2 butter)
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/4 c. rolled oats
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. grated coconut

Cream shortening and sugar together. Add vanilla. Add egg and beat until fluffy. Sift flour. Measure and add salt and baking powder. Sift again. Add dry ingredients and rolled oats to creamed mixture. Mix thoroughly. Add grated coconut and blend well into dough.

Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheet, spaced 2 or 3 inches apart or roll into small balls and press flat with a fork. Bake at 375 degrees approximently 12 minutes. Makes about 3 dozen cookies.