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Preheat oven to 375°; in a large mixing bowl beat shortening on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.
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Add brown sugar, baking soda, and salt; beat until mixture is combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
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Beat in eggs and vanilla until combined.
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Beat in flour; stir in oats; stir in peanuts, raisins, and coconut.
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Drop dough by rounded teaspoons, 2-inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
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Bake for 7-9 minutes or until edges are light brown.
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Let stand for 2 minutes on cookie sheet; transfer to wire rack and let cool.
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To store: layer cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container; cover.
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Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.