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Welcome to the Fifty Shades Darker Official Party Kit. With an exciting combination of flavors, this guide is the perfect companion to your viewing experience. Sit back, relax, and enjoy these custom-

selected pairings to go along with the film.

GET READY TO EXPLORE THIS CULINARY ADVENTURE.

Blueberry Cooler

1 1/2 tbsp blueberry simple syrup (see below)1 lemon, juiced1 cup water

1. Pour 1 oz of blueberry syrup into glass. 2. Pour lemon juice into bottom of the glass, careful not to mix ingredients. 3. Fill the glass with water, slowly, until full.

Blueberry Simple Syrup

1/2 cup water1 cup blueberries1 cup sugar

1. Place blueberries, sugar and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. 2. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 mins. 3. Let mixture cool in the pan and then strain out blueberries.

MOCKTAIL

Luscious Lavender

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1 1/2 tbsp lavender simple syrup (see below)1/4 tsp grenadine2 oz chilled club soda1 basil sprig

1. Fill cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add above ingredients and shake until cold. 3. Strain into glass. Garnish with fresh lavender and basil.

Lavender Simple Syrup

1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar1 tbsp dried lavender

1. Combine all ingredients in saucepan, stirring constantly. 2. Bring to a boil, then turn off heat. 3. Let mixture cool in the pan and then strain out lavender.

MOCKTAIL

Spicy Watermelon Agua Fresca

4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into cubes1 cup water1/4 – 1/2 cup jalapeño simple syrup (see below)1/4 cup lime juiceMint for garnishSugar

1. Combine watermelon, water, lime juice and 1/4 - 1/2 cup of jalapeño simple syrup into a blender and process until smooth, approx. 30 seconds. 2. Add more simple syrup for spice and sweeten to taste with sugar.3. Serve immediately over ice with a sprig of mint as garnish.

Jalapeño Simple Syrup

1/2 cup water1/2 cup sugar 1-2 jalapeños, halved lengthwise

1. Combine all ingredients in saucepan, stirring constantly. 2. Bring to a boil, then turn off heat. 3. Let mixture cool in the pan and then strain out jalapeños.

MOCKTAIL

Prosciutto-Wrapped Peaches

2 large peaches, each cut into 8 wedges1/2 cup fresh basil3 oz blue cheese, cut into small pieces6 oz thinly sliced prosciutto, cut in half lengthwiseAged balsamic vinegar

1. Lay strips of prosciutto out on clean work surface. 2. Layer a peach wedge, 1 or 2 basil leaves, and a piece of cheese on the prosciutto and roll up.3. Transfer prosciutto-wrapped peaches to a serving dish and drizzle with aged balsamic. Serve.

APPETIZER

Beef Stir-Fry

3 tbsp cornstarch, divided1⁄2 cup water2 tbsp water, divided1⁄2 tsp garlic powder1 lb boneless round steak or 1 lb charcoal chuck steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided1 1/2 cups broccoli florets

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced2 carrots, thinly sliced1 small onion, cut into wedges1⁄3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce2 tbsp brown sugar1 tsp ground ginger2 tbsp sesame seeds, toastedHot cooked rice

MAIN COURSE

MAIN COURSE (continued)

1. In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp water and garlic powder until smooth.2. Add beef and toss to lightly coat.3. Heat 1 tbsp of oil into a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Stir-fry beef until it reaches desired doneness; remove and keep warm.4. Add broccoli, peppers, carrots and onion to pan or skillet in remaining oil for 4-5 minutes.5. Return beef to pan.6. Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, remaining cornstarch and water until smooth; add to the pan.7. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.8. Toss in sesame seeds.9. Serve over rice.

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

6 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped3 tbsp heavy cream1 tsp butter1/8 tsp freshly ground ancho chili powder10 large strawberries with long stems

1. In double boiler, combine chocolate, cream and butter. Stir until chocolate is completely melted.2. Add chili powder and mix until fully incorporated.3. Holding strawberry by the stem, dip into the chocolate, allowing excess to drizzle off. 4. Place chocolate-covered strawberries on a parchment or waxed-paper-lined tray. 5. Chill until chocolate is fully set, approx. 30 minutes.6. Transfer to serving tray and serve.

DESSERT