Description
A perfectly cooked prime rib roast with unforgettable flavor, ideal for Christmas dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (5-7 lb) prime rib roast
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Mix salt, pepper, rosemary, garlic, and olive oil into a paste.
- Rub the paste evenly over the prime rib.
- Place roast on a rack in a roasting pan, fat side up.
- Roast for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 325°F (160°C).
- Cook until internal temperature reaches 120°F (49°C) for rare or 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
- Rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Letting the roast rest ensures juiciness.
- For best results, bring the roast to room temperature before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (6 oz)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: christmas prime rib, holiday roast, prime rib recipe