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

Cream together shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, beat well after each addition. Beat in vanilla.

Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Gradually stir into creamed mixture. Stir in oatmeal, coconut, walnuts and raisins. Drop by teaspoonfuls on greased baking sheet.

Flatten with floured fork. Bake in moderate oven at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on racks. Makes about 6 dozen.