Place 5 johnsonville italian links into a large skillet and cook according to the package directions.

While sausage is cooking, start pasta

When sausage is done remove links from pan and cool until they can be handled, then slice into 1/2 inch coins

Keep remaining drippings from the sausage add the olive oil and minced gallic to the skillet.

Heat on low until the garlic releases its flavor, but not browned.

Add sliced vegetables and saute for 2 minutes or until tender.

Mix the sliced sausage with vegetables in the skillet, and cook until sausage is heated through.

Add cooked and drained pasta to skillet and toss with the sausage and vegetables.

Add salt and pepper to taste.