Herb-Crusted Prime Rib

Ingredients

Makes 8 servings

• 1 bone-in prime rib roast (6–7 lb)
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped rosemary and thyme
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring the roast to room temperature, about 1 hour before cooking. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Mix garlic, herbs, and olive oil into a paste, rub generously over the roast, season with salt and pepper.
3. Roast 20 min at high heat, then reduce to 325°F, roast 2–2.25 hours more until a thermometer reads 125°F for medium-rare.
4. Rest 20–25 min before carving (temperature will rise further as it rests).