Makes about 36 cookies.
1/2 c butter or margarinePreheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cream together butter and sugars; add egg and vanilla. Mix together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to sugar mixture, stirring well. Stir in coconut.
Drop by spoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 6-10 minutes or until they begin to brown. DO NOT OVERCOOK.