Lunch Box Cookies

I found this recipe on a piece of paper in a bag full of recipes in my grandmother's house. It had to be revived... these cookies are delicious.

Ingredients

2 cups brown sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup coconut
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Cream together brown sugar and shortening. Add eggs and vanilla. Mix well. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and coconut. Mix well. Roll by teaspoonful into balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Press down with a fork. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.