Makes 4 to 5 dozen
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease about 4 cookie sheets. Beat shortening and sugars together until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to shortening mixture; mix well. Stir in oats, almonds, and coconut.
Roll dough into balls. Place 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets. Flatten with fork.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Let stand one minute before removing to cooling racks. |