Description
This garlic-crusted prime rib roast is juicy, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. A holiday-worthy recipe made easy with step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
For the Roast:
7 lb beef prime rib (bone-in)
3 1/2 tsp sea salt, divided
1/2 Tbsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 tsp fresh rosemary leaves, minced (or 1/2 tsp dried)
1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, minced (or 1/4 tsp dried)
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 Tbsp extra light olive oil
Instructions
Cut the ribs off the roast, keeping them intact, then tie them back onto the roast with kitchen string at 1-inch intervals.
Sprinkle the roast with 2 tsp salt, cover loosely, and let rest at room temperature for 3 hours.
Preheat oven to 500°F with rack in lower third.
In a small bowl, mix remaining salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, garlic, and olive oil to create the rub.
Pat the roast dry and rub all over with the garlic herb mixture.
Place roast bone-side down in a roasting pan. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part.
Roast at 500°F for 15 minutes, then reduce temperature to 325°F and continue baking:
Rare: 10–12 minutes per pound, until internal temp reaches 120°F
Medium Rare: 13–14 minutes per pound, to 130°F
Medium: 14–15 minutes per pound, to 140°F
Transfer roast to a cutting board, tent with foil, and rest for 30 minutes.
Remove string and ribs, slice, and serve.
Notes
Internal temperature will rise 5–10°F after roasting, so remove slightly early to avoid overcooking.
This 7 lb roast cooked for 1 hour 45 minutes for medium doneness.
Letting the meat rest before slicing helps retain juices.
Serve with horseradish sauce or au jus for traditional pairing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Holiday Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
