1 c. lard or shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
3 tbsp. milk
1 tbsp. vanilla
2 c. oats, uncooked
2 c. flour
1 c. raisins
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. or 1 c. coconut

You may use nuts, if you like. Beat together shortening, sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla. Beat until creamy. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Drop by rounded teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.