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Classic Prime Rib (A Foolproof Holiday Recipe!)

The whole, homemade, impressive, and crusted Prime Rib being carved as the centerpiece at a fun and sophisticated Christmas party.

A classic and elegant recipe for a Roast Prime Rib, the perfect showstopper for a holiday meal. This simple preparation features a 6- to 7-pound bone-in prime rib that has small slits cut into it, which are stuffed with slices of garlic. The roast is liberally seasoned with salt and pepper, then slow-roasted until a perfect medium-rare. A rich, flavorful au jus is then made in the same roasting pan by deglazing the pan drippings with red wine and simmering with beef stock and fresh thyme.

Ingredients

  • 1 bone-in prime rib (6 to 7 pounds)
  • 8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
  • 2 cups red wine
  • 4 cups beef stock
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Thirty minutes before roasting, remove the prime rib from the refrigerator to let it come to room temperature.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  3. Make small slits all over the surface of the prime rib and insert a slice of garlic into each slit.
  4. Season the roast liberally with salt and coarse black pepper. Place it on a rack set inside a roasting pan.
  5. Roast for about 2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat registers 135°F for medium-rare.
  6. Remove the meat to a platter or cutting board, and tent it with foil to keep warm while it rests.
  7. Make the Thyme Au Jus: Place the roasting pan on the stovetop over two burners set on high heat. Add the red wine to the pan drippings and cook, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon, until the wine has reduced.
  8. Add the beef stock and continue to cook until the liquid has reduced by half.
  9. Whisk in the fresh thyme and season the au jus with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Carve the rested roast as desired and serve with the thyme au jus.

Notes

  • This is a showstopper main course, perfect for a special holiday dinner like Christmas.
  • Letting the roast come to room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking is a crucial step that helps it to cook more evenly.
  • Using a meat thermometer is the most reliable way to ensure the prime rib is cooked to your desired temperature without being overcooked.
  • Resting the roast after cooking is essential for the juices to redistribute, ensuring the meat is moist and tender when sliced.
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