Crunch Drops

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup shortening

1 cup packed brown sugar

1 cup white sugar

2 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups quick cooking oats

2 cups crisp rice cereal

1 cup shredded coconut

Mix, flour, salt and soda together. Cream shortening until fluffy; add both kinds of sugar gradually, beat until smooth and creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each one.

Stir in vanilla and flour mixture; add cereal, oats, and coconut.

Form into small balls and place on greased cookie sheets and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.