Make Bitter Cucumbers Sweet

Cut the stem end of your cucumber off, about 1/2-1 inch, using a sharp smooth knife. Do not discard but place back on the cucumber and rub together in a circular motion. A white substance will be drawn out of the cucumber. Keep doing this until no more comes out. Your cucumber will be sweet again.

Note: I've only had one bitter cucumber that this didn't work for. Some friends shared this with me about 30 years ago and it amazes me every time I do it. But it works great!