1 c. flour
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. brown sugar

Blend flour, shortening, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup brown sugar and press into 9 x 9 inch ungreased pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 15-20 minutes. While baking use electric mixer to mix remaining ingredients:

1 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt

Add:

1 1/2 c. coconut
1 c. nuts (pecans)

Pour over baked crust. Return to oven and bake 20-25 minutes.