2 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. peanut butter
3 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. coconut or nuts (optional)

Boil sugar, cocoa, shortening and milk for 2-3 minutes or until desired hardness. Remove from heat. Add vanilla, peanut butter, oatmeal and coconut. Mix quickly. Drop on greased cookie sheets. Let set 10-15 minutes. Makes 4-6 dozen.