1 1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. butter
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. wheat germ
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 c. quick cooking rolled oats

If desired: 1 cup chopped nuts, 1 cup coconut, and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate or raisins.

Combine first 5 ingredients. Add dry ingredients. Stir in oats. Add optional ingredients. Bake: Drop by teaspoon onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and cool.