Almond Float

Ingredients
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin, such as Knox 2/3 cup cold water 2 tablespoons sugar 2/3 cup boiling water 2/3 cup milk or evaporated milk 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract 1 can (15 ounces) fruit cocktail with syrup

Directions
Pour the gelatin over the cold water and allow to soften for a few minutes. Add the sugar to the boiling water and stir to dissolve. Stir in the evaporated milk. Pour in the softened gelatin mixture and stir in the almond extract.

Pour the gelatin into a bowl or serving mold if desired.

Chill until firm. Serve the almond float with the canned fruit and the syrup from the can. The almond float may be prepared in advance and refrigerated (not frozen) until ready to serve. Serves 4 to 6.

You can substitute lemon or vanilla extract.