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Crispy Garlic Butter Prime Rib Roast Recipe Perfect for Holidays

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A simple yet impressive prime rib roast with a crispy garlic butter crust, perfect for holidays and special occasions. This recipe delivers a juicy, tender interior with a flavorful, crunchy exterior.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 6-pound bone-in prime rib roast (about 1.8 to 2.7 kg)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Take the roast out of the fridge about 1 hour before cooking to let it rest at room temperature.
  2. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce if using. Mix until creamy.
  4. Pat the roast dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture.
  5. Coat the entire roast evenly with olive oil, then spread the garlic butter mixture all over the roast, covering every inch.
  6. Place the roast fat side up on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
  7. Roast at 450°F (230°C) for 20 minutes to create a crispy crust.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and continue roasting about 15 minutes per pound for medium-rare (e.g., 5-pound roast for about 1 hour 15 minutes).
  9. Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature: 120°F (49°C) for rare, 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, 140°F (60°C) for medium. Remove roast 5°F (3°C) before target temperature.
  10. Tent roast loosely with foil and let rest for 20-30 minutes to redistribute juices.
  11. Carve against the grain into thick slices and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat the roast dry before applying garlic butter for a crispy crust. Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness. Rest the roast for 20-30 minutes before carving. Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end if crust is not crispy enough, watching carefully to avoid burning. Garlic butter mixture can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated.

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