Step 1

Preheat oven to 350º F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, baking soda and salt, then mix in eggs and pineapple.

Step 3

Pour batter into your pan and top with an even layer of pecans and brown sugar.

Step 4

Place baking dish in oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Step 5

While cake cooks, combine evaporated milk, sugar and butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, then pour over hot cake.

Step 7

Let cake cool so it absorbs icing, then slice, serve and enjoy.