A Simple and Delicious Prime Rib Recipe

Introduction to Cooking Prime Rib

Prime rib is often the centerpiece of special occasions, offering a succulent and flavorful dining experience. If you’re looking for an easy prime rib recipe that guarantees juicy results, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s explore how to prepare a mouth-watering prime rib without the fuss.

Quick Info

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
• Rest Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: about 2 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: 6–8
• Difficulty: Easy

Gathering Your Ingredients

• 4–5 lb prime rib roast (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried rosemary (or thyme)
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp butter, softened

Instructions

1. Bring to room temperature

Remove prime rib from refrigerator 30–45 minutes before cooking. This helps it cook evenly.

2. Preheat oven

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

3. Make seasoning rub

In a small bowl, mix:

• olive oil
• garlic
• salt
• pepper
• rosemary
• onion powder
• butter

Rub mixture all over the roast.

4. Roast at high heat

Place roast fat-side up on rack in roasting pan.

Cook at 450°F for 15 minutes to create a flavorful crust.

5. Reduce heat

Lower oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and continue roasting:

• Rare: 11–12 minutes per lb
• Medium-rare: 13–14 minutes per lb
• Medium: 14–15 minutes per lb

Make sure you time it right, so it’s not dry

6. Check temperature

Use a meat thermometer:

• Rare: 120°F
• Medium-rare: 130°F
• Medium: 140°F

Temperature will rise slightly while resting.

7. Rest before slicing

Remove from oven and let rest 20 minutes before slicing. This keeps the meat juicy.

Cooking Temperature Guide

Chefs Tips

Make sure you pat dry, so it cooks evenly

Slice against the grain for tenderness.

Use a thermometer for best results.

Let meat rest before cutting.

Ask the butcher to remove and tie back the bones; they will act as a natural rack during roasting.