1 c. quick oats
1 1/2 c. hot water
1 stick butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda

Pour hot water over quick oats, let stand. Mix butter, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs and vanilla. In a separate bowl mix flour, salt and baking soda, add oats and sugar mixture. Pour in 9"x13" pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

TOPPING:

1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. evaporated milk
1 c. coconut
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1/2 stick butter

Combine all ingredients together and spread over cake. Brown under broiler 2 to 3 minutes.