1/2 c. milk
1/2 stick butter
2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa

Put in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil 1 minute. Take off stove and add 1 teaspoon vanilla and pinch of salt; then add 1/2 cup peanut butter (optional) and 6 cups oatmeal.

Drop by spoonfuls on waxed paper.