Almond Creme

Directions

1. 1
   Note: Cook time is the chill time.
2. 2
   Measure cold water into small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let stand for 1 minute.
3. 3
   Add sugar to gelatin mixture.
4. 4
   Stir until gelatin dissolves.
5. 5
   Pour boiling water into medium bowl.
6. 6
   Stir in gelatin mixture.
7. 7
   Combine milk, vanilla and almond extract. Stir milk mixture into gelatin mixture.
8. 8
   Divide mixture between four serving dishes. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours.
9. 9
   Pare and slice kiwis.
10. 10
    Arrange kiwi slices and strawberries over each dessert.
11. 11
    Gelatin equivalents are One envelope of plain granulated gelatin = 1/4 ounce = 1 tablespoon, enough to gel two cups liquid.
12. 12
    Sometimes I substitute vanilla sugar for the sugar. This can be found in most European or gourmet markets. Or, make it yourself by combining two whole vanilla beans and sugar in a canister. The ratio of sugar to beans depends on how strong it is as well as how long you let it sit.