1 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. oatmeal
1 c. coconut
3/4 c. chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg and vanilla. Sift flour with dry ingredients. Blend with creamed mixture. Add oatmeal, coconut and nuts. Drop by teaspoons onto greased cookie sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees.