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Chef John's perfect prime roast

Chef John's Perfect Prime Rib Recipe

Imagine the perfect prime rib. Juicy, tender, and delicious. Stop imagining and learn how to make it yourself with Chef John perfect prime rib recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Course Chef's Delight
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 1757 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Roasting Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Prime Rib Roast
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt

Instructions
 

  • Place prime rib roast on a roasting pan and bring it to room temperature for 2 hours. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450º.
  • Combine melted butter, black pepper, and Herbes de Provence in a bowl and mix until well blended.
  • Spread the melted butter mixture evenly over the entire roast. Season roast generously with kosher salt.
  • Roast for 30 minutes, reduce the temperature, and cook for 1 hour 30 minutes more for medium rare.
  • Turn the oven off and leave the roast with the door closed for 2 hours.
  • To serve, slice the roast crossways. Serve on a platter with the ribs with the sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 1757kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 73g | Fat: 161g | Cholesterol: 362mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 1189mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 8mg
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