Magnolia Cookies

One of my all-time favorite movies is Steel Magnolias. I vividly remember the part in the salon where Truvy explains how to make the cuppa cuppa cuppa recipe. Well, this recipe reminded me of that scene. Only this recipe is a half-a-cuppa, a half-a-cuppa -- you'll see. So, I named appropriately.

You'll love these light cookies that have some great texture with all of the bonus ingredients.

Magnolia Cookies

• 1/2 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. brown sugar
• 1/2 c. butter, softened
• 1/2 c. vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla
• 1 3/4 c. flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
• 1/2 c. rice krispies cereal 
• 1/2 c. coconut
• 1/2 c. regular oats, uncooked
• 1/4 c. pecans or nut of your choice

Combine the sugars, butter, egg, oil and vanilla. Mix well.

Combine the dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in the cereal, coconut, oatmeal and nuts. Shape into 1-inch balls and place onto a cookie sheet. Flatten the balls with a fork. Bake at a preheated 350-degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes.

Yields 5 1/2 dozen

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