Umami without the lecture Non-vegans reject plates that taste like apology. Umami—deep savory satisfaction—comes from mushrooms, soy sauce, tomato paste, miso, nutritional yeast, caramelized onions, roasted garlic. Weeknight Pantry vegan dinners lead with umami first, ethics never at table unless guests bring it up. Mushroom and lentil bolognese over pasta convinces because it tastes rich, …