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Christmas Prime Rib Recipe

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This Christmas prime rib recipe delivers a perfectly roasted beef centerpiece that’s juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to prepare; ideal for your holiday feast.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 standing rib roast (56 lbs, bone-in preferred)

2 tbsp kosher salt

1 tbsp black pepper

68 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped

2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped

1/4 cup olive oil or softened butter

Instructions

1. Let the roast sit at room temperature for 1–2 hours. Pat it dry thoroughly.

2. Mix garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and oil/butter into a paste. Rub generously over the roast.

3. Optional: Sear all sides of the roast in a hot pan, 2–3 minutes per side.

4. Place roast on a rack inside a pan, fat side up. Roast at 225°F until internal temp reaches desired doneness (e.g. 130°F for medium-rare).

5. Remove from oven and tent with foil. Let rest 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.

Don’t skip the resting time; it’s crucial for juicy meat.

Try adding horseradish or Dijon mustard to the rub for variation.

  • Author: Chef Saly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 55g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg