Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prime rib roast (about 4-5 pounds)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 10 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the garlic butter mixture all over the prime rib roast.
- Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and continue roasting until the desired doneness is reached.
- Let the roast rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Let the meat come to room temperature before cooking for a more even roast.
- Use a meat thermometer for the best accuracy in doneness.
- Resting the roast is crucial to keep the juices locked in.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg