EASY PISTACHIO "BETTER THAN TOM CRUISE" DESSERT

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 13"x9" pan.
• Combine crust ingredients (if you like, you can add 1/2 cup chopped pistachio nuts to the crust).
• Press crust mixture into the greased pan and bake at 350 degrees for 7 minutes.
• Remove from oven, set aside, and let cool completely.
• In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy.
• Fold in half of the dessert topping (Cool Whip) and carefully spread over the cooled crust.
• In another bowl, with an electric mixer beat together the pudding mix and milk at medium speed until thick (5-7 minutes).
• Pour slowly and carefully over cheese layer, using a spatula to spread without mixing with the cream cheese mixture.
• Spread the remaining Cool Whip on top and decorate as you wish with chopped pistachios, chocolate shavings, etc.
• Refrigerate for at least two hours or over night before serving.
• Makes 10 to 12 servings.
• You can also include a layer of crushed pineapple in the dessert.