Scotchies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together the flour, soda and salt.
2. 2
   Cream shortening; beat in sugar slowly.
3. 3
   Add egg and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Stir in flour mixture, then the oats, pecans and coconut. Drop from a teaspoon onto greased cookie sheets.
5. 5
   Flatten to 1/8-inch thick with bottom of a glass dipped in flour.
6. 6
   Bake at 325° for 12 to 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from pan immediately.
8. 8
   (I always used to bake 2 or 3 batches at once.
9. 9
   My family could really make them disappear!)