Perfect Prime Rib Every Time (The Best Ever!)

Instructions:

1. Bring the Roast to Room Temperature

• Take the prime rib out of the refrigerator 1 hour before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature for even cooking.

2. Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 550°F (290°C). (Ensure your oven is clean to avoid smoke!)

3. Season the Roast

• In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
• Pat the roast dry with paper towels, then generously coat it with the seasoning blend, covering all sides.

4. Roast at High Heat

• Place the prime rib fat side up in a shallow roasting pan (no rack needed).
• Roast at 550°F for:
  • 5 minutes per pound for rare (120-125°F internal temp)
  • 6 minutes per pound for medium (130-135°F internal temp)
  • 7 minutes per pound for well-done (140°F+ internal temp)

5. Turn Off the Oven & Rest (Most Important Step!)

• DO NOT OPEN THE OVEN DOOR!
• After the cooking time is up, turn off the oven and let the roast sit inside, undisturbed, for 2 full hours. The residual heat will finish cooking it perfectly.

6. Slice & Serve

• Remove the roast from the oven—it will be juicy, tender, and perfectly cooked from edge to edge.
• Slice and serve immediately.

Why This Works:

• The high heat creates a delicious crust while keeping the inside tender.
• The long rest in the turned-off oven ensures even doneness without overcooking.
• No need for a meat thermometer—just follow the timing!

Try it once, and you’ll never cook prime rib another way! 🥩🔥