Prime Rib Roast is a favorite for holiday dinners. If you want to know how to cook a the most mouthwatering tender roast with a flavorful fresh herb crust and divine rich wine sauce, everything you need to know to get perfect results every time is below. This recipe works for any size roast; boneless or bone-in. Show
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This recipe has always been my favorite because it is actually incredibly simple. You'll find that the roast turns out flavorful and moist because of the cooking method and the herb crust. The rich red wine sauce is the perfect accompaniment. This recipe has been viewed well over 2 million times and continues to be everyone's favorite holiday recipe. How to cook prime rib in the oven:Full instructions are located in the recipe card below, but here is a summary. Step 1: Prepare the roast:Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan with the fat cap facing up. Add beef broth and red wine to the pan.
Meanwhile, create a mixture of olive oil, fresh garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Spread all of the herb mixture over the top of the roast. Insert a meat thermometer into the center of the roast. Step 2: Roast in oven:Cook the prime rib in a 450°F oven for about 20 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue cooking until the desired internal temperature is met. Remove the roast from the pan and loosely tent with aluminum foil to keep it warm while it rests. Finally, you'll add more wine to the drippings in the pan and reduce the sauce over heat to serve alongside the roast. FAQs:What is prime rib?A standing prime rib roast is an expensive cut of meat from a steer consisting of beef ribs and the ribeye section. It is referred to as a standing rib roast because the roast stands on the bones, creating an insulating layer of protection. Prime rib roast can be purchased as boneless or bone-in. The bones do not add to the flavor like they would if they were braised in liquid, however they do insulate the meat and are also quite delicious. How much prime rib per person:A prime rib roast can contain anywhere from 2-7 bones. Alternatively, they often range in size from 4-pounds all the way up to 20-pounds. To determine the size, plan on at least 1-pound per serving. How long to cook prime rib:This recipe uses a very high heat to first sear the roast, creating a flavorful crust, and then continues to use a relatively high heat to continue cooking the roast. For that reason, this recipe does not take that long to cook, but completely depends on a number of factors: size of roast, starting temperature of meat, consistency of oven, final temperature of meat (rare, medium rare, etc.). Using this recipe, a 5-pound roast will only take about 2 hours to roast, plus rest time. For larger roasts, estimate an additional 10 minutes per pound. Cooking tips for perfect results:
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Calories: 984kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 85g | Saturated Fat: 34g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 38g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 1597mg | Potassium: 783mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 5mg This post was originally published in November 2016 and has been updated with process photos, helpful information, and cooking tips. Don't worry - I didn't change the recipe! How long does it take to cook a roast in an electric roaster?Cook the roast at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 30 minutes per pound, depending on whether you want rare, medium or well-done beef. Cook for 3 to 4 hours total for a well-done roast; the meat should fall apart when done.
Do you put water in a roaster with a roast?"Often consumers will inquire about adding water to the bottom of their roasting pans. We do not recommend adding water to the bottom of the pan. Cooking a turkey with steam is a moist heat-cook method and is acceptable, sure, but is not the preferred method for cooking your turkey."
What is the best temperature to cook a prime rib roast?Roast in oven: Place roasting pan in hot 450°F oven for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 350°F and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 115 to 120°F for medium rare (125 to 130°F after resting), or 125 to 130°F for medium (135 to 140°F after resting).
Should you put water in the bottom of the roasting pan when cooking prime rib?Place the roast fat side up in a shallow baking pan; then add some basting liquid to the bottom of the pan. I like to use red wine on the bottom of my pan to give the juices even more of a robust flavor, but water or beef stock will work just as well.
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