On Fri, 11 Mar 2016 08:44:53 -0700, Janet B > wrote:

>I would like to make pastrami. The stuff in the store is
>disappointing -- unless pastrami itself is disappointing?

Commercial pastrami is often disappointing, but it's also
difficult to make. But if you find a producer that sells
to the public, it can be VERY good.

Small local producers can usually be found. Price will
often be higher than you might expect, but a sample can
easily convince you that it's worth the price.