Instructions: Combine oats, nuts and vanilla and set aside. Combine sugar, cocoa, and evaporated milk in a heavy 2 qt. saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Continue to boil and stir for 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and add butter. Stir until butter is melted.

Quickly add oat mixture and stir until blended. Drop by teaspoonful onto wax paper. Cool.

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