Description
Prime rib roast emerges as a luxurious centerpiece for special gatherings, showcasing rich, tender beef with classic herb and garlic seasonings. Succulent meat and golden-brown exterior promise a memorable dining experience that elevates traditional holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Prime Rib Roast:
- 1 (5.75 pounds / 2.61 kilograms) prime rib roast (2 bones)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1–2 sticks (226–452 grams) butter, room temperature
- Kosher salt, generous amount
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Fresh Herbs:
- Rosemary (optional)
- Thyme (optional)
- Parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully position the roast bone-side down in a sturdy roasting pan, ensuring even placement and stability for consistent cooking.
- Create a flavor-packed herb butter by thoroughly blending softened butter with freshly ground black pepper and aromatic herbs until well-incorporated.
- Massage the herbed butter mixture comprehensively across the entire prime rib surface, guaranteeing complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Generously sprinkle kosher salt over the buttered surface, allowing the crystals to create a delectable crust during high-temperature roasting.
- Heat the oven to an intense 500°F, preparing for an initial high-heat searing method that will lock in robust meat juices.
- Roast the prime rib at 500°F for precise timing based on desired doneness: approximately 4-7 minutes per pound for rare to well-done variations.
- Immediately after initial roasting, switch off the oven and allow the prime rib to continue cooking internally through residual heat for 2 hours without interruption.
- After resting period, carefully extract the roast, noting the deep golden exterior and succulent interior developed during the cooking process.
- Slice the prime rib against the grain, separating meat from rib bones if preferred, to ensure tender, melt-in-your-mouth portions.
- Serve immediately alongside complementary sauces like classic au jus or zesty horseradish cream for an elevated dining experience.
Notes
- Ensure accurate oven temperature calibration for precise roasting results and consistent doneness.
- Select high-quality prime rib with good marbling to guarantee tenderness and rich flavor profile.
- Use fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to enhance the butter mixture, adding depth and aromatic complexity.
- Consider alternative seasoning options for dietary restrictions, such as using olive oil instead of butter for dairy-free diets.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 700
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 180mg