2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. cocoa
1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
Pinch of salt
3 c. oatmeal
1/4 c. raisins or coconut, optional

Bring all ingredients to a boil and boil about 3 minutes until syrupy. Remove from heat and add oatmeal and raisins or coconut. Drop by spoonfuls on waxed paper and let cool. Yields about 2 1/2 dozen.