1 c. butter
1 egg
2 1/2 c. flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. maraschino cherries, chopped and drained
2/3 c. coconut
1 1/4 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. chopped nuts
6 oz. pkg. chocolate bits
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream butter, add sugar gradually. Blend in egg and vanilla. Sift together flour, baking powder, salt; stir into creamed mixture. Add nuts, cherries, coconut, and chocolate bits. Spread in greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Cool and cut in squares. Makes 35-40 bars.