Makes about 4 Dozen Cookies

• 3/4 cup flaked coconut
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups old fashioned oats
• 1 (12-oz.) package dark chocolate covered raisins

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Lightly toast coconut in a nonstick skillet over low heat, stirring frequently; set aside.
3. In large bowl, cream together butter and sugars; add eggs and vanilla and mix well.
4. In separate bowl, stir together all dry ingredients; slowly add to butter mixture, stirring lightly. (Do not over-mix.)
5. Add raisins and coconut to dough.
6. Roll into 1 1/2-inch balls and place on lightly buttered cookie sheets.
7. Bake approximately 12 to 14 minutes or just until golden in color.
8. Cool on wire racks.