Ingredients
1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups old-fashioned oats1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup chopped walnuts
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in coconut and walnuts.
Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Flatten slightly. Bake 11-14 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 2 minutes before removing to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.
