Pineapple Pudding Cake
["1 c. sugar", "1 can crushed pineapple (undrained)", "1 butter, yellow, pineapple or lemon cake mix", "1 small box instant vanilla pudding", "1 (12 oz.) bowl whipped topping", "coconut (optional)"]
["Bring sugar and pineapple to a boil and cool.", "Mix cake as directed on box and stir in pineapple mixture.", "Bake as directed on box.", "Let cake cool completely.", "Mix pudding as directed on box and pour over cooled cake.", "Refrigerate for 1 hour.", "Spread with whipped topping and garnish with coconut, if desired.", "Enjoy!"]
["sugar", "pineapple", "butter", "vanilla pudding", "bowl whipped topping", "coconut"]