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A perfectly cooked, juicy Comforting Prime Rib roast, sliced to reveal its tender pink interior and seasoned crust.

Comforting Prime Rib

This recipe for prime rib is designed to bring warmth and connection to your table, perfect for busy weeknights or chilly weather. It focuses on simple techniques to create a delicious and comforting meal that feels both elegant and approachable.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Oven Off Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Roast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Prime Rib
  • 1 2-6 bone Prime Rib Roast boned and tied
  • 3 tbsp olive oil high quality
  • 3-4 clove garlic sliced
Prime Rib Rub
  • 1 tbsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tbsp Dried Rosemary
  • 1 tbsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tbsp Kosher Salt
Optional Serving Sides
  • 1 Horseradish Sauce For Prime Rib
  • 1 Prime Rib Au Jus
  • 1 Prime Rib Gravy

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Remove the prime rib from the refrigerator 4 hours before cooking.
  2. Optional: Bone and tie the roast just before cooking.
  3. Cut 1/2" slits on the top of the roast and insert sliced garlic.
  4. Rub the outside of the roast with olive oil.
  5. Combine rosemary, thyme, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Spread this mixture evenly over the roast.
  6. Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  7. Transfer the roast to a roasting pan, bone side down.
  8. Insert a meat thermometer into the center of the roast. Place the pan in the oven on the second rack from the bottom.
  9. Calculate your initial cooking time: allow 5 minutes per pound of meat. For example, a 9 lb roast needs 45 minutes, and a 6 lb roast needs 30 minutes. This initial high heat creates a nice crust.
  10. After the calculated cooking time, turn the oven off. Do not open the oven door.
  11. After 2 hours, the center of the roast should reach 135 degrees F for medium-rare. For medium, continue cooking until it reaches 150 degrees F.
  12. Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

The seasoning rub will char during the initial high-heat cooking, creating a deeply savory crust. This recipe is designed to be comforting and rewarding, making an elegant dish approachable for any home cook.

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