1 1/4 c. flour, sifted
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
A pinch of salt
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. Quaker oats (quick or old fashioned uncooked
1 c. coconut, or chopped nuts

Sift together flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Add sugars, butter, egg and vanilla. Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in oats, coconut, or nuts. Shape and form 1 inch balls. Place on greased cookie sheets. Bake in 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 2 dozen.