2 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 well beaten eggs
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. flour
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. coconut or chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, mix well; add vanilla. Sift flour with baking soda and cream of tartar. Add to first mixture, add coconut; Mix thoroughly. Form into rolls 2-inches in diameter. Chill overnight or up to 2 weeks. Cut in thin slices. Place on greased baking sheet.

Bake at 350°F about 10 minutes.