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Have sheets of waxed paper on the counter or table, ready to go.
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Mix the cocoa, sugar, milk and butter in a heavy, medium-sized saucepan.
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Place over medium heat and bring to a rolling boil; don't stir once it boils.
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Boil until the soft-ball stage.
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Remove from heat and stir in the peanutbutter, oats, vanilla and salt.
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Working quickly, drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper and let set at room temperature until firm.
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Quantities vary; it depends on how much you drop from your spoon.
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2 dozen is an approximation.