1 1/3 c. boiling water
1 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. white sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tbsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/3 c. flour

Pour boiling water over oatmeal. Cool for 20 minutes. Add other ingredients in order given. Bake in greased 9x13 inch pan for 30-35 minutes in 350 degree oven.

FROSTING:

6 tbsp. melted butter
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. evaporated milk
1 c. coconut

Mix well, spread on bars while warm.