Rare Prime Rib

Servings: 16 Difficulty: Intermediate
A succulent, tender roast with a crispy crust and pink center, perfect for holiday feasts.
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This classic rare prime rib roast is the ultimate centerpiece for any special occasion. Featuring a 12-pound cut seasoned simply with salt and pepper, it relies on a high-heat sear followed by a long, gentle rest in the turned-off oven. This method ensures a beautifully crispy exterior while maintaining a tender, juicy, and perfectly rare interior. The result is a rich, beefy flavor with a luxurious texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for Christmas, New Year’s, or anniversaries, this dish brings restaurant-quality elegance to your home table. Serve with horseradish cream and roasted potatoes for a complete gourmet experience that will impress even the most discerning guests.

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Rare Prime Rib

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 16 Calories: 2955.5

Description

This classic rare prime rib roast is the ultimate centerpiece for any special occasion. Featuring a 12-pound cut seasoned simply with salt and pepper, it relies on a high-heat sear followed by a long, gentle rest in the turned-off oven. This method ensures a beautifully crispy exterior while maintaining a tender, juicy, and perfectly rare interior. The result is a rich, beefy flavor with a luxurious texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for Christmas, New Year's, or anniversaries, this dish brings restaurant-quality elegance to your home table. Serve with horseradish cream and roasted potatoes for a complete gourmet experience that will impress even the most discerning guests.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Remove the prime rib roast from the refrigerator at least two hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature.
  2. Preheat the oven to 500&# 194;°F (260ðC).
  3. Place the roast in a shallow roasting pan.
  4. Liberally sprinkle the fatty top and sides with salt and black pepper.
  5. Loosely tent a sheet of aluminum foil over the top of the meat to protect the oven from spatter.
  6. Place the roast in the preheated oven.
  7. Roast for 60 minutes at 500ðF (260ðC).
  8. Turn off the oven. Do not open the oven door.
  9. Allow the roast to remain in the closed, turned-off oven for 2 hours.
  10. Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16


Amount Per Serving
Calories 2955.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 95.3g147%
Saturated Fat 35.4g177%
Cholesterol 1021.5mg341%
Sodium 885.3mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 449.5g899%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: prime rib, roast beef, rare, beef, holiday dinner, christmas roast, standing rib roast, roasting, meat, dinner party, special occasion, slow roast, beef roast, gourmet, main course
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