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A perfectly cooked prime rib roast, sliced to reveal a tender pink interior, resting in its own juices and topped with fresh herbs.

Prime Rib

A classic prime rib recipe for a tender and flavorful roast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Prime Rib
  • 1 prime rib roast (about 5 lbs) bone-in
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp rosemary dried
  • 1 tsp thyme dried

Equipment

  • Roasting pan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Rub the prime rib with olive oil, then coat evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme.
  3. Place the roast bone-side down in a roasting pan.
  4. Roast for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C). Continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches 120°F (49°C) for medium-rare, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Remove from the oven and let rest for 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 40gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness. Letting the roast rest ensures juiciness.

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