Almond Sunshine Citrus

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From toh everyday light meals cookbook and they suggest serving it with pork for dinner, but i think it would be equally as good for breakfast or brunch. Make sure you allow time for this to be refrigerated overnight.

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Steps

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Grate enough peel from the oranges , grapefruit , lemon and lime to measure 1 tablespoon of mixed citrus peel.

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Set peel aside.

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To section citrus fruit , cut a thin slice off the bottom and top of the oranges , grapefruit , lemon and lime.

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Place each fruit cut side down on a cutting board.

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With a sharp knife , remove peel and white pith.

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Holding fruit over abowl , slice between the membrane fo each section and the fruit unti lthe knife reaches the center.

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Remove sections and place in a glass bowl.

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Set 1 / 2 cup juice aside.

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In a small saucepan , combine the sugar and reserved peel and juice.

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Bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat.

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Simmer , uncovered for 10 minutes.

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Cool.

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Stir in extract.

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Pour over fruit.

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Refrigerate overnight.

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Just before serving , sprinkle with almonds.

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Ingredients

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navel oranges, red grapefruit, white grapefruit, lemon, lime, sugar, almond extract, sliced almonds