Avoid Election Stress with No-Bake Cookies!

It's the perfect comfort food, it doesn't heat up your kitchen,  and it's fun to quickly whip up with your family: No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies!  I made these cookies this evening and am going to package them in little batches as Election Day Survival Kits tomorrow for family and friends, delivered in a patriotic Longaberger Basket, of course.  

My friend Tracy made these cookies with her family growing up, and her mom called them "whackies" because of the sound her spoon made as she "whacked" them out on the waxed paper.  Call them what you will, these are comfort food that you and your family will enjoy!

No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

2 c sugar

1/2 c milk

1/2 c peanut butter

4 T cocoa

1/4 c butter

Mix and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.  Remove from fire and add:  

3 c oats

1 t vanilla

1 c nuts (optional--I don't use)

Mix well and drop on wax paper.  Will set up as they cool.

Enjoy!  No stress.