1. Prepare the Prime Rib:
a. Remove the prime rib from the refrigerator at least 2 hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature.
b. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
c. Pat the prime rib dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
d. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary. Rub this mixture all over the prime rib.
2. Roast the Prime Rib:
a. Place the prime rib, bone-side down, in a roasting pan.
b. Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to sear the meat and develop a crust.
c. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches your desired doneness: – Rare: 120°F (49°C) – Medium Rare: 130°F (54°C) – Medium: 140°F (60°C)
d. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy. Remember that the temperature will rise a few degrees as the meat rests.
3. Rest the Prime Rib:
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