1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. light brown sugar
1 egg
1 1/4 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. oatmeal (regular, not instant)
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. M&M candies
1/2 c. raisins
3/4 c. chopped nuts (optional)
1/4 c. coconut (optional)

Beat together butter and sugar until fluffy. Blend in vanilla and egg. Add oats, flour, soda and salt. Mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Drop by teaspoon onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees. Makes about 4 dozen.