A Favorite Dessert

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour, margarine and nuts.
2. 2
   Press into a 9 x 12-inch pan. Bake at 350° until almost brown, about 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Cream the cheese; gradually add powdered sugar.
4. 4
   Fold in one cup Cool Whip. Spread on the cool crust.
5. 5
   Prepare pudding as directed on package; cool, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Do not chill.
7. 7
   Carefully pour or spread over the cheese layer.
8. 8
   Spoon the pie filling over the pudding layer.
9. 9
   Spread the remaining Cool Whip over the cherry layer.
10. 10
    Top with coconut, if desired.
11. 11
    Refrigerate for several hours before serving.
12. 12
    Makes about 18 servings.