Prime Rib Roast
Impress your guests with this flavorful Prime Rib Roast recipe! Perfectly seasoned and roasted until tender and juicy, this classic beef dinner is ideal for holidays, family gatherings, or special occasions. With a rich crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this easy prime rib recipe brings steakhouse quality right to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 (5–6 lb) bone-in prime rib roast (standing rib roast)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (or more, to taste)
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Prime Rib Remove the roast from the refrigerator at least 1–2 hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- Season the Roast Mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Rub the mixture generously all over the roast, ensuring every crevice is covered.
- Initial High-Heat Roast Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place the roast bone-side down in a large roasting pan fitted with a rack. Roast for 15 minutes at high heat to develop a crust.
- Slow Roast Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (165°C). Continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches: Rare: 120–125°F Medium-rare: 130–135°F Medium: 140–145°F For a 5–6 lb roast, this will take about 1.5–2 hours.
- Rest the Roast Remove from oven and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 20–30 minutes before carving. This allows juices to redistribute.
- Carve and Serve Slice along the rib bones to separate them, then cut into thick slices of beef.