1 c. shortening
3/4 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. shredded coconut
6 oz. pkg. chocolate chips
1 c. chopped walnuts
1 c. raisins, optional

Mix the shortening and sugars together with an electric mixer. Add the eggs and vanilla; beat well. Add the sifted dry ingredients and oatmeal. Mix in the coconut, chocolate chips, walnuts, and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes at 375 degrees.