Perfectly Pink Prime Rib Roast
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 2 hours 20 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready to sink your teeth into the most mouthwatering prime rib you’ve ever tasted!
Imagine a perfectly pink, juicy prime rib roast that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Sounds too good to be true? Think again!

First things first, you’ll need to get your prime rib roast to room temperature. Yes, you read that right – room temperature! This is crucial for the “mathematical method” to work its magic. So, take your 4-pound bone-in prime rib roast and let it sit on a plate for at least 2 to 4 hours.
While your roast is getting cozy at room temperature, preheat your oven to a scorching 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Don’t worry, it’s not as intimidating as it sounds!

Now it’s time to get your hands dirty! In a bowl, mix together softened butter, freshly ground black pepper, and herbes de Provence until well blended. Spread this delicious mixture evenly over your prime rib roast, making sure to cover every inch. Then, season your roast generously with kosher salt – the more, the merrier!

Pop that roast into the preheated oven and let it cook for 20 minutes. If your roast is larger or smaller than 4 pounds, simply multiply the exact weight by 5 minutes. Easy peasy!
Here’s the part where patience comes in handy. Turn off the oven and let the roast sit for 2 hours with the door closed. Don’t even think about opening that oven door until time’s up!

And that’s it! Remove the roast from the oven, slice it up, and serve. The result? A perfectly pink, juicy prime rib that’s sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters.

So, what are you waiting for? Give this “mathematical method” a try and get ready to indulge in the most epic prime rib of your life!
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Ingredients
- 4-pound bone-in prime rib roast
- 2 to 4 hours (for resting at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon herbes de Provence
- Kosher salt (to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Let the prime rib roast sit at room temperature for 2 to 4 hours.
- 2. Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
- 3. In a bowl, mix softened butter, black pepper, and herbes de Provence until well blended.
- 4. Spread the mixture evenly over the prime rib roast and season generously with kosher salt.
- 5. Place the roast in the preheated oven and cook for 20 minutes.
- 6. Turn off the oven and let the roast sit for 2 hours with the door closed.
- 7. Remove the roast from the oven, slice, and serve.
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