How to Make Chef John's Perfect Prime Rib - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking the perfect prime rib, Chef John has it down to a science. His recipe for perfectly cooked prime rib is renowned for its mouthwatering flavor and juicy, tender texture. Whether you are hosting a holiday dinner or simply craving a decadent meal at home, Chef John's recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them coming back for seconds.

One of the secrets to Chef John's perfect prime rib is his meticulous attention to detail. From selecting the best cut of...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (4 pound) bone-in prime rib roast (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
  • kosher salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place prime rib roast on a plate and bring to room temperature, 2 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Combine butter, pepper, and herbes de Provence in a bowl; mix until well blended. Spread butter mixture evenly over entire roast. Season roast generously with kosher salt.
  • 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.)
  • Turn the oven off and, leaving the roast in the oven with the door closed, let the roast sit in the oven for 2 hours.
  • Remove roast from the oven, slice, and serve.
  • Nutrition

    1757 cal.

    • Total Fat: 161g
    • Saturated Fat: 70g
    • Cholesterol: 362mg
    • Sodium: 343mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 73g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1189mg