Not sure the true origin but I use the recipe by grandmother used.
1 stick butter or margarine
2 Cups sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup cocoa
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup peanut butter (we use super chunky)
3 cups oatmeal (we use quick oats)
dash of salt
In a large pot mix butter, sugar, milk, and cocoa and bring to a rolling boil. Boil for three minutes. (be careful here if you boil too long they get too hard and crumbly too short and they dont set up. I dont use a candy thermometer like some do but just be sure and watch your time. If either of these happen they are still yummy just not as pretty and easy to eat/serve.) Remove from heat and immediately add other ingredients and stir until blended. Drop by spoonful onto wax paper (or I use a silicon baking sheet). Let sit until cooled and set up(if you can) and enjoy!
I have to make these a couple times a week minimum for my family!
