2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. cocoa
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. milk
1/8 tsp. salt (opt.)
3 c. quick cooking oatmeal
1/2 c. peanut butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Mix by hand oatmeal and peanut butter in a mixing bowl. Set aside. Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add the sugar, cocoa, milk and salt. Bring to a rapid boil over medium high heat, stirring continuously. Allow to boil for 1 minute while stirring. Add oatmeal and peanut butter and vanilla. Mix well and quickly. Drop by spoon onto wax paper. Allow to cool before serving.