2 (4 oz.) pkgs. vanilla instant pudding mix
4 c. buttermilk
16 oz. whipped topping
1 (20 oz.) can fruit cocktail, drained
1 (20 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained
2 (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
2 med. apples, diced
1 c. of maraschino cherries halved
1 c. pecan halves

Prepare pudding mix according to package directions using buttermilk in large bowl. Add whipped topping; mix well. Fold in fruit. Fold in pecans. Spoon into airtight container. Chill until serving time or up to one week. May add additional fruit cocktail is desired.