Chef John's Perfect Prime Rib

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather the ingredients. Place prime rib roast on a plate and bring to room temperature, 2 to 4 hours. (If you have time, 6 hours is ideal for even internal temperature.) Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Mix softened butter, black pepper, and herbes de Provence in a small bowl until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly over the entire roast. Season generously with kosher salt.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Roast the 4-pound roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. (If your roast is larger or smaller than 4 pounds, multiply the exact weight times 5 minutes.)'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Turn off the oven, but do not open the door. Leave the roast in the oven for 2 hours. Do not open the door at any point during this time; the trapped heat finishes cooking the meat perfectly.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Remove roast from the oven, slice, and serve.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)

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