No-Bake Powerhouse Cookies

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

·                        1 cup brown sugar

·                        1/4 cup margarine

·                        3 Tablespoons powdered milk

·                        4 Tablespoons water

·                        1 cup oatmeal

·                        1 cup peanut butter

·                        1/2 cup nuts

·                        1/2 teaspoon vanilla

·                        1/4 cup chocolate or carob chips

Preparation:

These cookies are designed to be made in a camping or hiking environment, but work just as well at home. 

Mix sugar, margarine, powdered milk, and water in a pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and boil 3 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent scorching. Remove from heat and stir in oatmeal,peanut butter, nuts, vanilla, and chocolate chips. 

Drop by spoonfuls onto a flat surface such as pan lids. Let sit for about 10 minutes to set. In hot weather, they might not set as well. 

Yield: about 20 to 24 cookies