1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. rolled oats
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. coconut or chocolate bits
Nuts or apple nuggets

Cream sugars and shortening. Beat in eggs. Add remaining ingredients. Drop on cookie sheet with a tablespoon. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes.