Peanut Pudding Drops

1 (3 ounce) box regular chocolate pudding
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup unsalted peanuts

Combine all ingredients except peanuts in a saucepan. Bring to a rolling boil. Lower heat and boil for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add peanuts. Beat candy with a wooden spoon until it starts to thicken. Drop by tablespoons onto wax paper.