Who Knew?’ is sponsored by Walter Stewart’s Market. * * * January’s atonement vibes are in full swing, like a sobering cosmic credit card bill for the gin-soaked immoderation we practiced in December.

Life Alive, the Ron Shaich-backed organic cafe, is close to opening its first local outpost. A D.C.-based James Beard top chef has helped it come up with a special dish to market the occasion.

I’ve rounded up 50 of our top vegan dinners that your whole family will enjoy, from our creamy vegan Tuscan pasta to our mushroom pot pie, with lots in between.