Submitted by NancyCarol
1/2 cup instant rice
1 (3 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix (not instant)
1/2 cup miniature marshmallows
1/3 cup chopped pecans
Whipped cream, optional
Drain pineapple and reserve 3/4 cup of the pineapple juice. Bring juice to a boil. Stir in instant rice. Simmer 2 minutes; remove from heat. Cover and let steam 5 minutes. Prepare pudding according to package directions. Fold marshmallows into hot pudding. Add pineapple, pecans and rice. Chill.
Garnish with whipped cream, if desired.
Makes 6 servings.