Name: Herb-Crusted Prime Rib – Juicy, Flavorful Holiday Roast
Ingredients: 1 (5 to 7 lb) prime rib roast, bone-in or boneless; 2 tbsp olive oil or softened unsalted butter; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary; 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme; 1 tsp onion powder; Optional: 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Ingredients

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For the Prime Rib:

1 (5 to 7 lb) prime rib roast, bone-in or boneless
2 tbsp olive oil or softened unsalted butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp onion powder
Optional: 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Bring the Meat to Room Temp

Let the roast sit out for 1–2 hours before cooking to ensure even roasting.

2. Preheat and Prep

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
Pat roast dry with paper towels.

3. Make the Herb Rub

Mix oil or butter with garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
Rub the mixture all over the roast, pressing firmly into the meat.

4. Roast High, Then Low

Place roast bone-side down on a rack in a roasting pan.
Roast at 450°F for 20 minutes.
Reduce heat to 325°F and continue roasting until desired doneness:
- 120–125°F for rare
- 130–135°F for medium-rare
- 140°F for medium
This usually takes 15–20 minutes per pound.

5. Rest Before Slicing

Remove from oven, tent with foil, and let rest for at least 20–30 minutes.
Slice against the grain and serve with au jus or horseradish cream.