1 c. quick oats
1 1/2 c. boiling water, over oats, let stand
1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. brown sugar (packed)
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. each baking soda, vanilla, and baking powder

Mix oats, shortening, eggs and vanilla. Add dry ingredients; mix well. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

ICING:

6 tbsp. melted butter
1/4 c. milk
1 c. brown sugar, melted in butter
1/2 c. pecans
1/2 c. coconut