🧂🔥 Pepper Parm Prime Rib Roast
📋 Ingredients:
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1 (4–6 lb) prime rib roast (bone-in or boneless)
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2 tbsp olive oil or softened butter
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2 tbsp coarsely cracked black pepper
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1 tbsp kosher salt
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped (optional)
🔪 Instructions:
1. Let roast come to room temp
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Remove roast from fridge at least 1 hour before cooking to ensure even roasting.
2. Preheat oven
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Preheat to 450°F (230°C).
3. Make the rub
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil or butter with black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and herbs if using.
4. Apply seasoning
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Rub the mixture all over the prime rib.
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Press the grated Parmesan onto all sides so it adheres well.
5. Roast
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Place roast fat-side up on a rack in a roasting pan.
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Roast at 450°F for 20 minutes to create a crust.
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Then reduce oven to 325°F (165°C) and continue roasting:
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About 15 minutes per pound for medium-rare
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Use a meat thermometer:
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120–125°F for rare
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130–135°F for medium-rare
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140°F+ for medium
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6. Rest
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Remove from oven, tent loosely with foil, and rest 20–30 minutes before slicing. Internal temp will rise slightly.
7. Slice & serve
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Slice against the grain and serve with au jus, horseradish cream, or your favorite sides.
🧀 Chef’s Notes:
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The Parmesan forms a salty, crispy crust — don’t skip it!
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Cracked pepper adds bite, but adjust to your taste.
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Leftovers make incredible sandwiches or hash.
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