Description
Create a professional, restaurant-quality masterpiece in your own kitchen with this Garlic Butter Prime Rib Roast. This holiday centerpiece features a perfectly seared, flavorful herb-crusted exterior and a tender, juicy center that practically melts in your mouth. Designed for stress-free preparation, this recipe yields a sophisticated, showstopping beef roast that is perfect for any special gathering. Your guests will be impressed by the depth of flavor delivered by the aromatic garlic and fresh herbs in this elegant, easy-to-follow dish.
Ingredients
5–6 lb bone-in beef prime rib roast
6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
Remove the beef roast from the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking to allow it to reach room temperature.
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Pat the beef completely dry with paper towels.
Rub the garlic butter mixture generously all over the surface of the roast.
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan, fat-side up.
Roast at 450°F for 20 minutes to sear the exterior.
Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and continue cooking for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Use a meat thermometer to check the center of the thickest part, aiming for 125°F for medium-rare.
Remove the roast from the oven, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest for at least 20-30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Always let the roast rest; it is the essential secret to a succulent and juicy center. Ensure the meat reaches room temperature before cooking for even heat distribution. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 150
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 160mg