Pig Picking Cake III

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix

2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained

1 cup chopped walnuts

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix

1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple

1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 3 - 8 inch pans.

Prepare cake mix according to package directions with the addition of mandarin oranges and nuts. Pour into 3 - 8 inch pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

To make the filling: In a large bowl, combine crushed pineapple with juice and pudding mix. Fold in the whipped topping. Spread between cooled cake layers. Chill in refrigerator