I have seen these cookies on the grocer"s shelf. Mine taste better. They are easy to make and make a lot. Stir up a batch today..

COCONUT WASHBOARDS
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup flaked coconut

In mixing bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar for 2 minutes with mixer until fluffy, Add eggs. Mix well. Gradually add water and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture. Fold in coconut. Cover and chill two hours or overnight. When ready to bake, shape into 1 inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Flatten with fingers into 2 1/2 by 1 inch oblongs. Score lengthwise with a floured fork. Bake at 400 F. for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 2 minutes before removing from pan. Makes about 9 dozen bars