Pickles aren't usually considered cool or sexy. In fact, many people (erroneously) believe making pickles is best left to Little House on the Prairie characters (along with canning and sewing quilts). But pickling at home is actually super easy, pretty fun, and a great way to preserve summer's best produce to eat year-round. Plus, pickles add tons of complex, sweet-sour flavor to any dish without adding tons of extra calories. Try out these five flavorful, easy pickle recipes and join the pickling party!