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Are you looking for an easy Prime Rib Roast Recipe? Look no further! This recipe is so simple, and the end result is delicious. Plus, it’s perfect for a special occasion. Give it a try!
How to Cook a Prime Rib Roast
Prime rib is a flavorful and juicy cut of meat. is perfect for a special occasion meal. It is a delicious and impressive entrée that is perfect for holiday gatherings or other special occasions. While it may seem daunting to prepare, a Prime Rib Roast is actually quite easy to make. The key is to start the night before (or at least the morning of) by seasoning the roast. This gives the flavors time to meld.
To start, cut small slits all over the roast and insert garlic cloves into the slits. This will infuse the roast with flavor. Then, mix olive oil with rosemary, thyme and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the roast, as it will create a fragrant and flavorful crust. Then wrap it in plastic and store it in the fridge.
When you’re ready to cook, remove the Prime Rib Roast from the fridge about one hour before cooking and allow it to come to room temperature. Preheat your oven to 450°F and place the Prime Rib Roast in an oven-safe pan or roasting tray with the fat side up.
Add some onion slices to the pan around the meat, then cook for 20 minutes to get a nice sear on the outside. Finally, reduce the heat to 300°F and continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches 120°F (for medium rare). It’s a good idea to check the internal temperature of the meat every 20 to 30 minutes.
Once it reaches the desired temperature, remove from the oven, tent with foil and let rest for 20 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making for a juicier and more flavorful roast. Remove any string before carving.
How to Make Au Jus
If you’re looking for the perfect way to enhance your roasted prime rib, look no further than a flavorful au jus. Any roasted prime rib recipe will tell you that the key to a perfect au jus is in the drippings.
Making au jus is simple: just remove the fat from the roasting pan and keep the drippings and onion. Add low-sodium beef broth and some extra herbs, such as fresh rosemary and thyme. Then simmer the mixture for about 15 minutes. Strain the au jus to remove the onion, herbs and any brown bits, then drizzle over your prime rib.
And there you have it – a delicious, simple au jus that will take your roasted prime rib to the next level. The result is a flavorful, juicy dish that’s sure to please any meat-lover. So next time you’re roasted prime rib, don’t forget the au jus! Enjoy!
On a Nutrisystem weight loss plan? Don’t forget to log your meal in the NuMi app! One serving of this dish counts as two PowerFuels and half of an Extra.
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Servings: 24
Calories per Serving: 202
On Nutrisystem, Count As: 2 PowerFuels and ½ Extra
Ingredients:
- 6 lbs prime rib roast, boneless (other names: standing rib roast, rib roast, ribeye roast)
- 8 cloves garlic
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 tsp. fresh rosemary chopped
- 1 tsp. fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 onion, quartered
- 3 cups beef broth, low sodium
Directions:
- Season the prime rib the night before or the morning of cooking it. First, cut small slits all over the prime rib and insert the garlic cloves into the slits.
- Mix olive oil with rosemary, thyme and black pepper. Rub the mixture all over the roast. Wrap in plastic and store in the fridge.
- Remove prime rib from the fridge about 1 hour before cooking and allow it to come to room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Place the prime rib in an oven safe pan or a roasting tray with the fat side up. Place onion slices in pan, around the meat.
- Cook the prime rib for 20 minutes to get a nice sear on the outside. Then reduce heat to 300°F and continue coking until the internal temperature reaches 120°F (for medium rare). It is recommended to check internal temperature of the meat every 20-30 minutes.
- Remove prime rib from oven and tent it with aluminum foil. Let it rest for 20 minutes. Remove any string (if present) and slice.
- To make au jus, remove fat from the roasting pan and keep the drippings and onion. Add beef broth and some extra herbs. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Strain the au jus to remove the onion, herbs and any brown bits. Drizzle over prime rib.
