Tom Thumb Cookie Bars
["1/2 c. shortening", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/2 c. brown sugar", "1 c. sifted flour", "1 c. brown sugar", "1 tsp. vanilla", "2 eggs, well beaten", "2 tsp. flour", "1/2 tsp. baking powder", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 c. nuts, chopped", "1 c. shredded coconut"]
["Combine the 1/2 cup shortening, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup brown sugar and cream thoroughly.", "Blend in the cup of sifted flour.", "Spread mixture in a greased 8 x 12 x 2-inch pan.", "Bake at 300\u00b0 for 20 minutes or until delicately browned."]
["shortening", "salt", "brown sugar", "flour", "brown sugar", "vanilla", "eggs", "flour", "baking powder", "salt", "nuts", "coconut"]