2 c. sugar
1/2 c. milk
1 cube butter
1 c. chocolate chips
3 c. quick oatmeal
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Mix sugar, milk, and butter in large saucepan. Cook over medium heat. When butter is melted, cook 1 minute longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add chocolate chips and oatmeal. Stir thoroughly until chocolate chips have melted and oatmeal is mixed in. Add nuts, if desired. Drop by teaspoons onto cookie sheet. Store in refrigerator.