Sunday Lunch: Quick pasta and vegetables

After getting back from a hiking trip we were both in the mood for some pasta. Lunch was our first opportunity to satisfy this craving.

Soften a finely diced carrot and shallot in some olive oil with a pinch of salt. Turn off the heat and add some halved cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley and chives, and a splash or two of marsala. Let this stand until the pasta is done. Add a bit of pasta cooking water then drain the pasta and stir in the vegetables along with some ricotta cheese.