Mix in large pan on stove top:

2 c. sugar
1 stick butter
1/2 c. milk
2 tbsp. cocoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
Chopped nuts or coconut (optional)

Bring to full boil, then boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup peanut butter, stirring thoroughly. Then add 3 cups oats. Stir and drop on wax paper by the spoonful.