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standing rib roast recipe salt, pepper, and fresh herbs ready for roasting.

Standing Rib Roast Recipe

Amanda S
This standing rib roast recipe is the ultimate showstopper for holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving. With step-by-step instructions, tips for seasoning, and ideal cooking temperatures, you’ll achieve a perfectly tender and juicy roast every time.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 148 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 standing rib roast 3-4 ribs, 7-10 lbs, USDA Prime or Choice
  • 3 tablespoons coarse salt
  • 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme finely chopped
  • Optional:
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup beef broth for au jus

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Roast:
  • Remove the roast from the refrigerator 1-2 hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature.
  • Pat the roast dry with paper towels.
  • Combine salt, black pepper, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and softened butter in a small bowl.
  • Season the Roast:
  • Rub the butter mixture evenly over the entire roast. For extra flavor, brush the surface with Dijon mustard before applying the butter rub.
  • Place the roast bone-side down in a roasting pan with a rack.
  • Cook the Roast:
  • Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Roast for 20 minutes to create a golden crust.
  • Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and continue roasting. Use a meat thermometer to monitor the internal temperature:
  • Rare: 120-125°F (49-52°C)
  • Medium-Rare: 130-135°F (54-57°C)
  • Medium: 140-145°F (60-63°C)
  • Rest the Roast:
  • Once the desired temperature is reached, remove the roast from the oven and tent it loosely with foil. Let it rest for 20-30 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
standing rib roast recipe salt, pepper, and fresh herbs ready for roasting.
Standing Rib Roast Recipe

Notes

Season the roast at least 12-24 hours ahead of time for maximum flavor.
Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking and avoid overcooking.
Save leftovers for prime rib sandwiches or beef and barley soup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 3695mgPotassium: 61mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 607IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Bone-in Rib Roast Instructions, Holiday Roast Recipe, How to Cook Standing Rib Roast, Perfect Rib Roast Temperature, Prime Rib Recipe
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