What better way to celebrate the holidays other than gathering the family around the dinner table for some delicious prime rib? If you’ve never cooked a prime rib before, or you’re just looking for some tips before preparing your prime rib this holiday season, we’ve got you covered.
How Much Prime Rib Should I Order?
A good rule of thumb when choosing a bone-in prime rib from the meat case is to order a pound per person. A two rib roast typically weighs around 4 pounds and would be great for feeding a family of four.
If you decide on a boneless prime rib, a half pound per person should do the trick (maybe a tad bit more if you want leftovers).
How to Cook Your Prime Rib
Before you jump into cooking your prime rib roast, make sure to blot it dry with a paper towel in order to remove any excess moisture from the outside.
Roasting your prime rib in the oven will ensure it cooks evenly, and will make the house smell delicious for hours on end. You’ll want to cook your prime rib fat side up.
The amount of time it takes to cook your prime rib roast will vary depending on the size of your roast, how done you’d like the meat, and whether it’s a boneless or bone-in roast.
Here’s a quick guide on cooking times for prime rib roasts:
Prime Rib Cooking Tips
– Allow your roast to come to room temperature before you cook it – don’t cook a cold prime rib roast. Let it sit on the counter for a couple hours before you begin the cooking process.
– Pat the roast dry with a paper towel before cooking.
– Let your prime rib roast rest for around 15-30 minutes once it’s finished cooking. This will make sure the roast is as juicy as possible.
Prime Rib Recipes
If you’re searching for the perfect recipe to make your prime rib a holiday favorite, check out a few of these recipes from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.
Classic Rib Roast with Horseradish Sauce