Prime Rib Roast – Juicy, Tender, Best Ever Prime Rib

Prime rib roast with a golden crust.

This Prime Rib Roast is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. A golden crust seals in the savory juices, making it the perfect holiday roast.


Why You’ll Love This Prime Rib Roast

  • Tender and juicy: The prime rib is slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring tender, juicy meat.
  • Golden crust: The crust forms a flavorful golden exterior.
  • Perfect for special occasions: This roast is ideal for holidays, family dinners, or dinner parties.
  • Flavorful: Seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and thyme for a rich, savory flavor.

Ingredients for the Best Prime Rib Roast

Prime rib, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and olive oil for roast
Prime rib, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and olive oil for prime rib roast
  • Prime rib: The star ingredient, tender and flavorful.
  • Garlic: Adds depth of flavor to the roast.
  • Fresh rosemary and thyme: Herbs that enhance the flavor of the prime rib.
  • Olive oil: Helps brown and crisp the roast.

How to Make Prime Rib Roast

Four panel collage showing the steps for making prime rib roast
Season, roast, and serve a perfectly cooked prime rib roast
  • 1. Season the roast. Rub the prime rib with garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • 2. Sear the roast. Sear the roast in a hot pan to create a flavorful crust.
  • 3. Roast the meat. Roast at 450°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325°F for 1.5-2 hours.
  • 4. Serve the roast. Let the roast rest before slicing and serving with sides.

Tips for Perfect Prime Rib Roast

  • Use a meat thermometer: To ensure the roast is cooked to your preferred doneness.
  • Rest the roast: Let the prime rib rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
  • Add extra garlic butter: For a rich, buttery flavor, baste the roast with garlic butter before serving.

Prime Rib Roast Recipe Card

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 6-8 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: Roasted
Cuisine: American

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