Garlic Crust Prime Rib

Elevate your holiday feast or special dinner with this show-stopping Garlic Crust Prime Rib recipe! This tender, juicy bone-in prime rib roast is enveloped in a rich, flavorful garlic-herb butter crust, creating a golden, crispy exterior that’s bursting with savory aromas. A blend of fresh rosemary, thyme, and roasted garlic pairs beautifully with the luxurious marbling of the prime rib, delivering a restaurant-quality dish straight from your oven. Perfectly roasted at high heat and then slow-cooked to your desired doneness, this masterpiece guarantees a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite. Ready in just two hours, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a culinary treat at home. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a bold red wine for a meal that’s nothing short of unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 lbs prime rib roast (bone-in)
• 6 cloves garlic cloves
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped)
• 2 tsp salt
• 1.5 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2

Let the prime rib roast sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mash together the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create a garlic-herb butter paste.

Step 4

Rub the entire surface of the prime rib roast with olive oil, then evenly coat it with the garlic-herb butter paste, pressing it into the meat using your hands for full coverage.

Step 5

Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan, bone-side down.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven at 450°F (232°C) for 20 minutes to create a crispy crust.

Step 7

Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and continue roasting for approximately 90-100 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 120°F (49°C) for rare, 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, or 140°F (60°C) for medium.

Step 8

Remove the roast from the oven, tent it loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 20-30 minutes. The internal temperature will continue to rise by about 5-10°F during resting.

Step 9

Carve the prime rib into slices and serve immediately, paired with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1921.6 grams (1921.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5872

Total Fat 486.80g	624%
Saturated Fat 203.70g	1018%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 1485mg	495%
Sodium 5731mg	249%
Total Carbohydrate 8.70g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1.90g	7%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 352.20g	704%

Vitamin D 155IU	775%
Calcium 264mg	20%
Iron 34mg	189%
Potassium 4305mg	92%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.2%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 0.6%