Description
Herb‑Crusted Prime Rib Roast is an elegant yet approachable main dish, featuring a richly flavored herb and Dijon mustard crust over a succulent prime rib roast, finished with a savory au jus for a memorable feast.
Ingredients
- 1 (5‑7 pound) prime rib roast (bone‑in or boneless)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- For the Au Jus:
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup red wine (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 °F (232 °C).
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, parsley, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt and pepper to form an herb‑paste.
- Place the prime rib roast on a rack in a roasting pan. Rub the herb‑paste evenly over the entire surface of the roast.
- Roast at 450 °F for 20 minutes to form a crust. Then reduce the oven temperature to 325 °F (163 °C) and continue roasting until the internal temperature reaches your preferred doneness (see temperature guide below). :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Once the roast reaches the target internal temperature, remove it from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let it rest for 20‑30 minutes. The internal temperature will continue to rise slightly. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Meanwhile, make the au jus: pour the pan drippings into a saucepan, add beef broth and red wine, bring to a simmer. For thicker jus, stir in cornstarch mixed with cold water, and season with salt and pepper.
- Carve the roast into thick slices and serve with warm au jus on the side.
Notes
- Prepare the herb crust ahead of time and refrigerate it so the flavors meld.
- Swap in herbs such as sage or oregano for variation.
- For extra depth, add 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan into the herb crust.
- If you prefer no wine in the jus, replace the red wine with additional beef broth.
- Slicing thick slices showcases the roast’s texture and juiciness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 ½ to 2 hours (depending on roast size and desired doneness)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (~6 oz)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
