1 c. plus 2 tbsp. shortening
1 c. plus 2 tbsp. sugar
1 c. molasses
2 eggs, well beaten
4 3/4 c. flour, sifted
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. coconut
2 c. chopped nuts
1 1/2 c. raisins
1 c. milk

Cream shortening. Add sugar, molasses and eggs. Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and soda. Combine with coconut, walnuts, and raisins. Add dry ingredients alternately with milk to creamed mixture. Drop by tablespoons on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes. Makes 9 1/2 dozen. So good you'll cry for more.