1 c. butter flavored shortening
1 c. sugar
1 c. packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 c. quick cooking oats
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. flaked coconut
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt

In mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars. Add eggs and beat in vanilla. Combine oats, flour, coconut, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Shape into two 6-inch rolls. Wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Unwrap dough and cut into 1/2 to 1/4-inch slices.

Bake 2-inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Yield: 4 dozen.