2 c. granulated sugar
4 tbsp. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 lb. butter
1/2 c. milk
3/4 c. peanut butter
3 c. quick oatmeal
Nuts, raisins, etc. (optional)

Stir first 5 ingredients together and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and add the peanut butter. Stir until melted and well blended. Add the oatmeal (and any desired "options") and stir well. Drop by spoonful on waxed paper and allow to set at room temperature until firm enough to be handled.