Chocolate Torte

Karla Chambers

1st layer:

3/4 cup butter

1 1/2 cups flour

1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Cut butter into flour with knife, add pecans, and press into a 9x13 pan and bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Cool.

2nd layer:

1- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 cup cool whip

Mix together, then spread on cooled crust.

3rd layer:

1 large package chocolate instant pudding

3 cups milk

Mix together, then spread on top of 2nd layer.

Chill in refrigerator. Top with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.