Description
This Classic Prime Rib is a savory showstopper, slow-roasted to juicy perfection with a flavorful herb crust. Perfect for holiday dinners or elegant gatherings, it delivers bold, beefy flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 (6 to 7-pound) bone-in prime rib roast
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat the prime rib dry with paper towels and let it sit at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
2. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, thyme, olive oil, and Dijon mustard if using. Rub the mixture over the entire roast.
3. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Place the roast fat-side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
4. Roast for 3 to 3.5 hours, until internal temperature reaches 118°F for rare, 125°F for medium-rare.
5. Remove roast and tent with foil. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
6. Increase oven temperature to 500°F (260°C).
7. Return roast to oven for 10–15 minutes to crisp the crust.
8. Slice and serve immediately.
Notes
Letting the meat come to room temperature helps ensure even cooking.
Use a meat thermometer for precision; it’s essential for perfect doneness.
Avoid overcooking—prime rib is best served rare to medium-rare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
Keywords: Prime rib, holiday roast, beef dinner