Step 1

Drain and discard juice from pickles. If starting with garden-fresh cucumbers, cut pickles and place in large bowl.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine pickles, sugar, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.

Step 3

Cover and let stand 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally. The mixture will produce its own brine.

Step 4

Spoon pickle mixture into 2-3 pint-size jars. Add a clove of garlic to each. Cover and refrigerate for 7 days before serving.

Step 5

Pickles can be kept in the refrigerator for up to one month.