2 c. sugar (no dextrose added)
1/3 c. butter
1/4 c. dry milk
1/2 c. water
3 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. peanut butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. cocoa (chocolate cookies only)

Bring sugar, butter, dry milk, cocoa (if making chocolate flavor) and water to a boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Add oats, peanut butter and vanilla. Stir until mixed. Drop on waxed paper.