1 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening (butter)
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 oz. unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. oatmeal (opt.)
1/2 c. chocolate chips (opt.)

Sift together dry ingredients. Add butter, egg, flavorings, melted chocolate. Blend. Add oats, coconut, chocolate chips. Drop onto greased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 2 1/2 dozen.