THE FUSE

When I was growing up, Saturday nights were an absolute ritual for me and my three sisters. Our parents always had their weekly date night and left us with our babysitter, who would whip up a massive pot of mac and cheese, a pile of chicken nuggets, and a side of peas (which we’d inevitably mix into the cheesy sauce). Now that I’m a little older I try to prioritize nutrition, but I can’t say I don’t sometimes miss those nostalgic childhood meals. That is exactly why I was so excited when I heard that Banza — the brand that put chickpea pasta on the map — has introduced a new mac and cheese as part of the brand’s new protein pasta line. I got to try one of the new flavors a little early, and here are my honest thoughts.