1 (8 1/2 oz.) pkg. yellow cake mix
1/2 c. pecans
3 3/4 pkg. vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
1/2 c. light rum
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. salad oil
4 eggs

Grease and flour 10-inch tube pan. Beat cake ingredients for 2 minutes at medium speed. Pour batter in tube pan and bake for 50-60 minutes in a 325 degree oven. Allow cake to cool in pan.

HOT RUM GLAZE:

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. light rum
1/2 c. water

Combine all ingredients and let boil 2 to 3 minutes. Makes 1 cup.