Laura’s Cookies

Lori Jo Showalter

Cream one quart pound unsalted butter with 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy.  Beat in one egg and one yolk.  Add 1 2/3 cups flour, sifted, and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.  Add 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/2 cup pecans, chopped, and 1/2 cup coconut.  Mix well.  Drop by teaspoon on buttered cookie sheet approximately 2 inches apart.  Bake 10 to 12 minutes in a 375f oven.  Do not overbake.