Panty droppin' pancakes and other recipes to get you in the mood

Whether it's your girlfriend, your FWB (friend with benefits) or your girl friend, cooking for the lady of the house can go miles in the right direction. A little attention to detail, a few questions here and there and you've got yourself the perfect opportunity to serve your lady a feast.

Anytime meal ideas for guys to make for gals

It's a well-known fact that most men don't cook. But what every man needs to realize is that cooking for the ladies is a guaranteed way to impress. Having a few basic meals down for each part of the day, added with a little creativity to mix and match ingredients, ups the stock in the lady friend department. In an age where keeping things simple is the only way to communicate what you're really saying, cooking meals with minimal ingredients and straightforward steps brings out invaluable rewards. Pay close attention to suggestions, tips, hints, and of course anything she's allergic to. Also, keep in mind that the presentation is just as crucial. Women love a meal that looks as good as it tastes. A few twinkle lights, some white candles and ambient background music are surefire ways to savor the night (and morning after) with your sweetheart.

Here are some meal ideas that will wet her appetite, from breakfast in bed to late night munching and everything in between.

Old Fashioned cocktail recipe

Every woman you know has seen the film Crazy Stupid Love because it's romantic and it stars Ryan Gosling. This cocktail recipe calls for two servings. And if you pull off the Dirty Dancing move he does, you'll definitely be making more.

Ingredients:

• 4 ounces whiskey
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 dashes of bitters
• 2 slices of lemon
• 2 cherries
• 2 slices of orange

Directions:

1. Combine the sugar, bitters and fruit in an old fashioned glass. Muddle well until the ingredients are smashed and well-combined. Add whiskey, and stir. Add a twist of lemon peel and ice.

Panty droppin' chocolate cherry cordial pancakes

Well, you made it this far, so you might as well keep going. Hop out of bed while she gets her bearings, and whip up this charming and classic morning meal. Bring it in on a tray and you'll be fueling her desire and your libido.

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