1 1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. cornflakes
2 c. coconut
Add nuts if desired

Cream together shortening, sugars, add eggs and vanilla. Add flour, baking powder, salt, mix. Stir in cornflakes and coconut. Drop by teaspoonfuls on cookie sheet. Bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes.