1/2 c. milk
2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cocoa
1 stick butter, softened
3/4 c. peanut butter (crunchy style)
3 c. quick oatmeal
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix together milk, sugar, cocoa and butter. Bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and add peanut butter, oatmeal and vanilla. Drop by spoonfuls on waxed paper and let stand until cool.

Variation: Add 1/2 cup coconut to mixture after it has boiled.