3 c. brown sugar, packed
3 c. butter
6 c. oatmeal
1 tbsp. baking soda
3 c. unsifted all-purpose flour
Sm. amount of granulated sugar
Optional - chocolate chips, nuts, coconut may be added (about 1 1/2 c. of each)

In a very large bowl or kettle, put the brown sugar, butter, oatmeal, baking soda and all-purpose flour. Form into small balls; dip the bottom of a small glass into granulated sugar and flatten each ball. Bake on ungreased cookie sheets in a 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes.