1 1/3 c. boiling water
1 c. quick oatmeal
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 c. sugar
1 1/3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs, beaten

Pour boiling water over oats, allow to cool. Cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs. Add dry ingredients. Mix well. Pour into greased and floured 8 x 11 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

FROSTING:

6 tbsp. butter, melted
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/4 c. condensed milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. coconut
1/2 c. nuts

Combine all ingredients. Spread on cooled cake. Place under broiler until it bubbles and browns slightly.