Crisp Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 3/4 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup flaked coconut (optional)
• 1/2 cup miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)