Cook Perfect Prime Rib: Step-by-Step Holiday Roast Recipe

Ingredients

• • 3-4 lb prime rib roast
• • ⅞ cup kosher salt
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp black pepper
• • 4 ⅞ tbsp unsalted butter
• • 2 ⅞ tbsp fresh thyme
• • 2 ⅞ tbsp fresh rosemary
• • 2 ⅞ tbsp olive oil
• • ⅞ cup beef broth

Instructions

1. 1

   Rub salt and pepper all over roast. Let rest in fridge for 24-48 hours.

2. 2

   Mix butter with thyme, rosemary, and 2 tbsp olive oil.

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 275°F. Place roast fat-side up on rack. Roast until internal temperature reaches 110°F (1.5-2 hours).

4. 4

   Increase oven to 450°F. Sear for 15-20 minutes until crust forms.

5. 5

   Let rest 20-30 minutes before carving. Tent with foil to keep warm.

6. 6

   Deglaze roasting pan with broth. Simmer until reduced by half.