A good Bolognese sauce is savory, lush, and decadent. Traditional Bolognese gets its rich flavor from a combination of several types of meat. To mimic the meat sauce's long-cooked richness and create a satisfying vegan meal, we turned to the mighty mushroom. Two types of mushrooms helped us replicate that complexity. Dried porcini delivered depth of flavor while 2 pounds of fresh cremini gave the sauce a satisfying, substantial texture. To further round out the sauce's savory flavor, we added two umami-rich ingredients: soy sauce and tomato paste. Red wine lent richness and depth and a little sugar balanced the dish. Bolognese often includes a pour of cream; we found that some soy creamer—just 3 tablespoons—stirred in at the end rounded out the sauce and made it silky. We strongly prefer our favorite vegetable broths, Orrington Farms Vegan Chicken Broth or our homemade Vegetable Broth Base. Serve with our Vegan Parmesan Substitute.