Almond Float

• 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
• 1/2 c. canned evaporated milk
• 1 1/2 c. water
• 1/2 c. sugar
  
• 2 t almond extract
• canned mandarin oranges

Dissolve gelatin in 1/2 c water. Heat evaporated milk, remaining 1 c water and 1/2 c sugar to just below boiling point. Add gelatin to hot mixture and stir until completely mixed. Cool, add almond extract. Pour into mold and refrigerate to set. To serve: cut gelatin into bite size pieces and serve in individual dishes. Top with oranges (or lychee if you are lucky enough to get them).