Pasta, cream sauce, and 'bacon.' These may not be the first three ingredients that spring to mind when you envision a healthy meal, but thanks to the power of plant-based ingredients, our vegan alfredo is a powerhouse of intelligent nutrition. We combine our favorite Banza chickpea pasta with a rich cashew cream sauce, then fold it together with our smoky, savory, and altogether addictive shiitake mushroom “bacon.” We throw in some peas for freshness and color, and top the meal with a protein-rich, hemp seed-based vegan “parmesan.” With an outstanding 37 grams of protein plus fibers, antioxidants, and electrolytes, an indulgent pasta supper has never looked so good.