Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
  • 1 cup crushed corn flakes
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Method

  • Cream together the shortening and sugar.
  • Add egg, canola and vanilla, beat well.
  • Mix in oats, cornflakes, coconut and walnuts.
  • Stir well.
  • Blend together the flour, baking soda and salt.
  • Add to creamed mixture and stir well.
  • Refrigerate 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Drop rounded teaspoons onto an ungreased cookie sheet about 2" apart.
  • Press down with a fork, dipped in cold water.
  • Smooth any cracks around the edge with your fingers.
  • Bake at 325°F degrees for 12 minutes (You can half the recipe but why?).