3/4 c. Crisco
1 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
1 c. coconut
3 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. white sugar
1/4 c. water
1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. pecans (opt.)

Mix ingredients and drop cookies by teaspoon on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Be sure and don't overcook! Yummy!