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

 * 1) Pour the gelatin over the cold water and allow to soften for a few minutes.
 * 2) Add the sugar to the boiling water and stir to dissolve. Stir in the evaporated milk.
 * 3) Pour in the softened gelatin mixture and stir in the almond extract.
 * 4) Pour the gelatin into a bowl or serving mold if desired.
 * 5) Chill until firm. Serve the almond float with the canned fruit and the
 * 6) syrup from the can. The almond float may be prepared in advance and
 * 7) refrigerated (not frozen) until ready to serve. Serves 4 to 6.
 * 8) You can substitute lemon or vanilla extract.