1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. butter
1 1/4 c. rolled oats
1/4 c. peanut butter
1/4 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tbsp. cocoa
1/4 c. nuts, chopped (optional)

Mix the sugar, milk, butter and cocoa in saucepan. Bring to a good boil. Boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in oats, peanut butter, nuts (optional) and vanilla. Mix well. Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Let set until firm.