Herb-Crusted Prime Rib Roast with Garlic Butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

2. 2

   In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.

3. 3

   Rub the olive oil over the prime rib roast, then coat it evenly with the prepared herb mixture.

4. 4

   Place the roast on a rack in a roasting pan, and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to sear the outside, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). Continue roasting for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C) is reached for medium-rare.

6. 6

   While the roast is cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

7. 7

   Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the melted butter, cooking gently until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

8. 8

   Once the roast has reached the desired temperature, remove it from the oven and tent it with foil, letting it rest for 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Slice the prime rib roast and serve with the warm garlic butter drizzled over each serving.