1/2 c. shortening (Crisco)
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. flour sifted with 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. baking powder, 1/2 tsp.
baking soda
1 c. oatmeal
1 c. coconut
1/2 c. nuts

Cream shortening with sugars and add egg, cream well and add rest of the ingredients. Batter will be very thick. Shape into little balls or drop by teaspoon onto cookie sheet. Use teflon or grease slightly. Bake until lightly browned at 375 degrees. Makes about 50.