Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort feast with this succulent Prime Rib Recipe, perfect for holidays and special gatherings. This slow-roasted dish boasts rich flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will leave your guests raving. With straightforward instructions and quality ingredients, you can create an impressive centerpiece that elevates any dining experience. Serve it alongside classic accompaniments like horseradish sauce and au jus for a truly gourmet meal. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this recipe will guide you to prime rib perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 pounds beef prime rib
- Sea salt
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Horseradish for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring the prime rib to room temperature by removing it from the refrigerator one hour before cooking. Season generously with sea salt.
- Preheat your oven to 500°F and adjust racks as needed.
- In a bowl, mix salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Pat the roast dry and rub the seasoning mixture all over.
- Bake at 500°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 325°F until desired doneness is reached: Rare: 120°F (10-12 min/pound), Medium Rare: 130°F (13-14 min/pound), Medium: 140°F (14-15 min/pound)
- Rest for at least 30 minutes before carving against the grain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 8 ounces)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg