Description
A standing rib roast is a classic and impressive dish, perfect for special occasions and holiday gatherings. This guide reveals the secrets to achieving a perfectly cooked standing rib roast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 standing rib roast (about 5–7 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the standing rib roast.
- Place the roast bone-side down in a roasting pan.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches your desired doneness (about 1.5 to 2 hours for medium-rare).
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before carving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for accuracy.
- Letting the roast rest is crucial for juicy meat.
- Consider serving with horseradish sauce or a red wine reduction.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 3 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: standing rib roast, prime rib, holiday roast, beef roast