2 c. sugar
1/4 c. cocoa
1/4 lb. butter
1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. peanut butter
3 c. quick-cooking oats
Pinch of salt

In a large saucepan combine sugar, cocoa, butter, salt and milk. Bring to a boil and boil one minute. Take from heat and quickly add vanilla, peanut butter and oats. Mix quickly and drop by teaspoon onto wax paper to cool.

VARIATIONS: Add 1 cup peanut butter plus 1/2 cup wheat germ; or using 1/2 cup peanut butter use less oats and add wheat germ. To basic recipe add a handful of raisins, chopped nuts, or coconut and sesame seeds.