2 1/2 cups crushed pineapple
1 package vanilla pudding (not instant)
1/2 pint heavy cream
1/2 cup chopped nuts
12 maraschino series, cut in quarters

Combine crushed pineapple with vanilla pudding and cook over medium heat until pudding comes to a boil. Remove from heat and cool. Whip cream until stiff; fold into pudding mixture and add nuts and cherries. Serve on wedges and chiffon cake. Can be made in advance and kept under refrigeration. Recipe makes 10 to 12 servings.