2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. butter
2 tbsp. cocoa
3 c. quick oats
1/2 c. peanut butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped walnuts (optional)

Combine sugar, milk and cocoa in saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute. Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Stir and mix well. Drop by teaspoon onto wax paper. Let stand for 30 minutes before serving.