Here's a boldly flavored side dish that comes together quickly. Roast the green beans and shallots together, which takes 20 minutes or less, and then toss with finely chopped garlic and ginger juice.

For this Tuscan-style chicken and penne pasta dish, lots of garlic and lemon juice bring an appealing flavor personality. The chicken breasts are dredged with flour and pan-fried, then later cut into ...