1 1/2 c. sifted flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
1/2 c. moist coconut
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Sift together flour, soda, and salt; set aside. Blend shortening and sugar. Add egg and molasses. Beat well. Blend in the dry ingredients gradually. Mix thoroughly. Add coconut and nuts. Mix well. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes at 375 degrees. Makes 3 dozen.