Coconut Snaps

Description

 * Makes 48

Ingredients

 * ⅓ cup shortening
 * ¾ cup sugar
 * ¼ cup water
 * 1 tsp vanilla
 * 1 tsp baking powder
 * ½ tsp salt
 * ⅓ cup walnuts
 * ½ cup finely shredded coconut

Directions

 * 1) Beat shortening till soft.
 * 2) Add sugar and cream till fluffy.
 * 3) Add water and mix.
 * 4) Add the rest of the ingredients in order, mixing well after each addition.
 * 5) Finish with the nuts and coconut.
 * 6) Form into rolls, wrap in waxed paper and chill for several hours in the fridge.
 * 7) Slice into rounds an ⅛ inch thick.
 * 8) Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet for 10 minutes at 375°F.
 * 9) Remove to a wire rack to cool.