Start by slicing the Italian sausage into even pieces, about half an inch thick.

Mince 2-3 cloves of garlic finely.

In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of honey, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of vinegar.

In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and salt generously; add your choice of short pasta. Cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes).

Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the sliced sausage in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and brown the other side for another 4-5 minutes.

Lower the heat slightly and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce into the skillet with the sausage and garlic. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together gently for 1-2 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped herbs and with a side of crusty bread or salad.