Kentucky Derby Fruit Dip

2 (8 ounce) cartons sour cream
3/4 cup apricot preserves
1 teaspoon almond extract
Edible flower and fresh mint sprig

Combine sour cream, preserves and almond extract. Stir well. Refrigerate in a tightly covered container for up to 24 hours.

To serve: Garnish, if desired, with an edible flower (such as nasturtium) and a fresh mint sprig. Place in a small crystal dish in the center of a gold or silver serving platter, with fresh fruit such as grapes, strawberries, cantaloupe, kiwi fruit, pineapple chunks, etc. around the edge.