Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Prepare a 9x11 baking pan with the lubricant of your choice.

Pour the oats into a large bowl.

Add the peanut butter, half the jelly, the water, and the salt to a small pan. Stir over low heat until it's smooth. Mix this mixture into the oats until they are coated and you have a sticky mass. Dump it into the oiled pan and press into an even layer. Spread the remaining jelly over top.

Cook for 25 minutes, or until toasty and brown around the edges. Leave in the pan until they cool completely, about one hour, then slice into 12 bars.

Variations: Use 2 cups oats and 1 cup rice krispies. Add nuts, coconut, dried fruit, or honey.