1 stick butter
1 c. flour
1/2 c. pecans, chopped

Mix well and press down in 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Cool.

SECOND LAYER:

8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, at room temperature
1 c. (9 oz.) Cool Whip
1 c. powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix and spread on first layer.

THIRD LAYER:

2 pkgs. vanilla or coconut or chocolate instant pudding
3 c. milk

Spread on second layer.

FOURTH LAYER:

Top with 1 cup of Cool Whip; coconut is optional. Refrigerate. Serves 16 or may make half recipe for 8.