Fruit-Topped Almond Cream

1 small box instant French vanilla pudding mix
2 1/2 cups cold milk
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups assorted fruit (strawberries, grapes,
    raspberries, mandarin oranges, blueberries)

In a large mixing bowl, combine pudding mix and milk. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes; set aside.

In a small mixing bowl, beat cream and extract until stiff peaks form. Fold into pudding. Spoon into a shallow 2-quart serving dish. Chill. Top with fruit just before serving.

Yields 8 servings.