1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. white sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. oatmeal
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. coconut
1/2 c. nuts

Cream shortening and sugar; add egg and vanilla and beat well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Drop onto cookie sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes at 375 degrees. Makes 3 dozen.