2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
2/3 c. soft shortening
1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. coconut or chopped nuts

Sift flour, soda and salt in bowl. Add rest of the ingredients and mix well. Shape into a roll 1 1/2" across. Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate several hours, or overnight. Slice 1/4" cuts and bake 10 minutes at 350 degrees in ungreased tin.