1 pkg. yellow cake mix
1 (16 oz.) can fruit cocktail
2 1/3 c. flake coconut
2 eggs
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1/2 c. chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. evaporated milk

Combine cake mix, undrained fruit cocktail, 1 cup of coconut and eggs. Blend; beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a greased 9x13 pan. Sprinkle with brown sugar and nuts. Bake at 325 degrees for 45 minutes.

Bring butter, sugar and milk to a boil; boil 1 minute. Stir in remaining coconut. Spoon over warm cake. Top with prepared whipped topping if desired.