Mrs. Fields Oatmeal Cookies

I don’t know if these are REALLY from her recipe, but they are the best oatmeal cookies I’ve ever had.  If you don’t like coconut, do NOT use this recipe.  You can’t just leave it out.

2 cups brown sugar

2 cups white sugar

1 lb. butter (splurge, margarine isn’t as reliable for these)

4 eggs

1 tbs. vanilla

1 tsp. salt

2 tsp. each of baking powder, baking soda

4 cups flour

5 cups quick oats

3 cups raisins (optional)

4 cups coconut

Cream sugars and butter, add eggs and vanilla.  Add salt, baking powder, baking soda, and flour.  Mix well, add oats, coconut, and raisins.  Stir till mixed evenly.  Drop on cookie sheet (greased) and bake 375 degrees for 10 minutes.