# Unforgettable Holiday Feast: Restaurant-Quality Prime Rib
Transform any holiday gathering or important event into an occasion to remember with this high-quality prime rib. A traditional prime rib roast, infused with herbs and slow-cooked to perfection, serves as a stunning centerpiece that will captivate your guests and forge enduring memories.
## Essential Tips for Ideal Prime Rib
– **Room Temperature**: Let the roast reach room temperature prior to roasting to guarantee uniform cooking from edge to center.
– **Employ a Digital Thermometer**: Trust temperature over time for precision. A digital thermometer will assist in avoiding a dry roast.
– **Score the Fat Cap**: Lightly score the fat cap to enhance seasoning adherence and create a uniform crust.
– **Rest Before Slicing**: Always allow the roast to rest before cutting to optimize juiciness.
– **Slice Against the Grain**: For the most tender pieces, cut against the grain.
## Cooking Guidelines
### How Long to Cook?
Prime rib is cooked at two different temperatures: a high-heat sear at 475°F, followed by a slower roast at 300°F. After the initial searing, estimate:
– **Rare**: 10–12 minutes per pound
– **Medium-Rare**: 13–14 minutes per pound
– **Medium**: 14–15 minutes per pound
Final resting temperatures:
– **Rare**: 115-120°F
– **Medium-Rare**: 125-130°F
– **Medium**: 135-140°F
Always depend on internal temperature for precision rather than time.
### How Much Per Person?
Plan on ½ to ¾ pound of prime rib per guest, as it’s generally presented in thick slices.
### How to Reheat Prime Rib
To reheat while keeping it succulent, allow it to reach room temperature, then place in a covered dish with a little broth and warm at 250°F for 10–20 minutes until warmed through.
### How to Store
Store slices in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze cooked prime rib securely wrapped or vacuum-sealed for up to 3 months. Reheat slowly to prevent drying out.
## Ideal Accompaniments for Prime Rib
Consider serving your prime rib with traditional sides such as creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh garden salad to enhance the savory flavors of the roast.
## Recipe Summary
### Ingredients
– Prime rib roast
– Olive oil
– Garlic
– Kosher salt
– Fresh rosemary
– Fresh thyme
– Black pepper
### Instructions
1. **Prepare the Roast**: Take it out of the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for 2 hours. Preheat the oven to 475°F.
2. **Bone Preparation**: If the ribs are still attached, separate them and tie them back to the roast. Lightly score the fat cap.
3. **Seasoning**: Combine oil, garlic, salt, rosemary, thyme, and black pepper. Pat the roast dry and rub the seasoning mixture over it.
4. **Roasting**: Place the roast fat-side up in a roasting pan. Roast uncovered for 15 minutes at 475°F, then lower the temperature to 300°F and continue cooking until the internal temperature hits 120°F.
5. **Resting**: Cover loosely with aluminum foil and allow it to rest for 20–30 minutes until the temperature reaches 125-130°F for medium-rare.
6. **Slicing**: Carve the roast into ¾-inch slices against the grain.
### Nutrition Information (per serving)
– Calories: 879
– Protein: 39g
– Fat: 79g
– Carbohydrates: 1g
This prime rib recipe is guaranteed to be the highlight of your holiday feast, creating an unforgettable experience for both you and your guests. Relish the rich flavors and tender texture that only a flawlessly cooked prime rib can deliver.