Ingredients

• 1 cup of shortening
• 2 cups of granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup of cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 3 cups of oatmeal
• 1 cup of coconut, shredded or flaked
• 1 cup of nuts, chopped
• 1 cup of raisins

Instructions

1. Boil Mix together shortening, sugar, milk, salt and vanilla. Boil for 2 minutes on medium heat.

2. Remove from burner, mix in oatmeal, coconut, nuts and raisins until well combined.

3. Scoop with a tablespoon and drop onto waxed paper.

4. Set and chill.