Prime Rib
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Total Time
3 hrs
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
678 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Prime Rib
Description
The Prime Rib recipe starts by preheating the oven to 500 degrees and drying the rib roast thoroughly. The seasoning is simple but classic, with kosher salt, coarse black pepper, and minced garlic applied to the beef. The high initial heat quickly sears the roast, forming a crust that locks in juices. After 20 minutes, the oven temperature is reduced to 325 degrees to cook the meat evenly to the desired internal temperature—115°F for rare or 125°F for medium doneness.
An oven-safe thermometer inserted into the center of the roast helps monitor cooking progress without opening the oven repeatedly. Once the target temperature is reached, the roast is tented with foil and rested for 30 minutes. This resting phase allows carryover cooking to finish and the juices to redistribute, resulting in a moist, tender prime rib with a flavorful crust and pink, juicy interior.
This roast makes an impressive main course for special occasions or holiday meals. It pairs well with classic sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or Yorkshire pudding. The recipe’s straightforward seasoning highlights the quality and natural flavor of the beef.
Ingredients
- 8 pound rib roast , (4 bones)
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper coarse ground
- 4 cloves garlic , minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
- Pat roast dry with paper towels.
- Season with salt, pepper and garlic cloves and place onto roasting rack, fat side up, in a large roasting pan.
- Place an oven safe thermometer into the middle of the roast (not touching a bone).
- Cook for 20 minutes then turn the temperature down to 325 degrees.
- Cook for 12 minutes per pound (for rare) or 15 minutes per pound (for medium).
- Remove the roast when it reaches 115 degrees (if you want it rare) or 125 degrees (if you prefer medium).
- Tent the roast with foil and let it rest for 30 minutes before serving (this helps the roast finish cooking - the temperature will rise during this time).
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 678 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 678kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 60g | 92% |
| Saturated Fat | 25g | 125% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 973mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 507mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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