Million Dollar Rice Salad

1 (8 oz) Package cream cheese, softened
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 Tablespoon mayonnaise
2 Cups cooked regular rice
12 Maraschino cherries, halved
1 (20 oz) Can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (10 oz) Package miniature marshmallows
1/2 Pint whipping cream, whipped, OR 9 Ounces Cool Whip
1 Cup pecans, chopped

Blend cream cheese, mayonnaise and sugar until smooth. Add rice, cherries, pineapple and marshmallows, mixing well. Fold in cream and nuts.