Cherry Chewbilees

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan with butter-flavored Crisco and set aside.
3. 3
   Chop 1/2 cup nuts coarsely for topping and set aside.
4. 4
   Chop remaining 1/2 cup finely.
5. 5
   For crust, combine flour and brown sugar.
6. 6
   Cut in Crisco until fine crumbs form.
7. 7
   Add 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts and coconut.
8. 8
   Mix well.
9. 9
   Remove 1/2 cup and set aside.
10. 10
    Press remaining crumbs into bottom of pan.
11. 11
    Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly browned.