1 c. shortening, part butter
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. dry oatmeal, quick cooking
2 c. Wheaties
6 or 12 oz. chocolate chips
1/2 c. pecans, if desired
1/2 can or box coconut

Blend all ingredients in order given. Drop by 1/2 teaspoon on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake in 375 degree oven, 12-15 minutes. This recipe makes approximately 12 dozen small cookies. They keep extremely well in cookie jars or tins.