Strawberries, great on their own and great in these unique recipes! Have any of your own special concoctions?

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Green Almond Blancmange With Fresh Strawberries

1 pound fresh green almonds or 1/2 pound blanched slivered almonds (see note)
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (divided)
2-1/2 cups whole milk (divided; see note)
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon powdered gelatin
1/4 teaspoon almond extract (if not using green almonds)
1 cup whipping cream
1-1/2 teaspoons elderflower liqueur (optional)
1 pint fresh strawberries, rinsed and hulled
Small, white edible flowers (optional garnish)