- Soften gelatin in 1/4 cup of the water.
- In a saucepan, bring remaining 1 cup water to a boil.
- Add softened gelatin and stir until gelatin is dissolved.
- Stir in sugar, milk, and almond extract.
- Pour into an 8-inch square pan and chill until firm.
- Cut almond gelatin into square or diamond shapes.
- To serve, place Mandarin oranges with juice and lychees in a serving bowl; add fresh fruits and almond gelatin.
Makes 8 servings.
Approximate Nutrient Analysis per serving (not including fresh fruit):
140 calories, 0.5 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 25 mg sodium, 32 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 20 g sugar, 2 g protein