When I do a brisket, Costco has PRIME grade in the bag. Try a 2 week 1st. and
the 1st. thing you will notice is a nice Corn finish and smell (not strong) when
opening the bag. I will do a quick rinse and pat dry. And as you said Salt and Pepper.
I'll also do a dry aged chunk of Rib-Eyes for 3 weeks and then cut steaks.