Pistachio Dessert Recipe

1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons pistachios or pecans or combination of both - chopped

1/4 cup butter or margarine - melted

1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese

1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk

1/4 cup lime juice

1 small package instant pistachio pudding and pie mix

1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple - undrained

1/2 small container of whipped topping or 1 cup whipped cream