Butter Garlic Crusted Prime Rib (Printable Version)

Garlic herb butter forms a golden crust on roast ribeye, resulting in a juicy, flavorful centerpiece. #PrimeRib #GarlicButter #HolidayDinner

# Ingredients:

→ Main

01 - 2 tablespoons salt
02 - 5 pounds boneless ribeye roast, trimmed

→ Herb Butter Crust

03 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
04 - 7 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon black pepper

→ For the Gravy

08 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
09 - 2 cups beef stock

# Steps:

01 - Place the trimmed ribeye roast in a roasting pan.
02 - Cover the prime rib generously with salt and allow it to rest for at least 30 minutes. Ensure the roast reaches room temperature prior to roasting.
03 - Preheat the oven to 500°F.
04 - In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
05 - Spread the prepared butter mixture evenly over the surface of the ribeye roast.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
07 - Turn off the oven, leaving the roast inside for 2 hours without opening the oven door. Begin monitoring internal temperature after 1 hour using a probe thermometer for best results.
08 - Remove the roast from the oven and transfer to a carving board. Tent loosely with aluminum foil and rest for 20 minutes before slicing. Collect pan drippings for gravy preparation.

# Notes:

01 - Bringing the roast to room temperature ensures even cooking and optimal tenderness.
02 - A meat thermometer with an external probe provides accurate temperature readings throughout roasting.