Debi's Perfect Prime Rib Recipe

Name: Debi's Perfect Prime Rib
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 lbs prime rib roast, with bones; 1 teaspoon marjoram; 2 tablespoons celery salt; 2 teaspoons tarragon; 2 tablespoons dried onion; 1 tablespoon thyme; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons rosemary; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons paprika; 1 teaspoon paprika; 2 teaspoons white pepper; 3 tablespoons salt; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

10 lbs prime rib roast, with bones
1 teaspoon marjoram
2 tablespoons celery salt
2 teaspoons tarragon
2 tablespoons dried onion
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons rosemary
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons white pepper
3 tablespoons salt
1 teaspoon salt

1
Remove roast from refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
2
Preheat oven to 450F.
3
Combine dry ingredients in a bowl & mix thoroughly.
4
To help the rub adhere to the meat, liberally moisten a paper towel with water and lightly wet the meat or use a very light coating of oil (I use olive oil spray).
5
Starting with the under side (rib side), pat spice mixture over the meat, trying to get as much of the mixture to adhere as possible.
6
Turn meat over and do sides, ends and top (fat side) of meat.
7
Place roast in a large roasting pan, ribs down, fat side up.
8
Sprinkle and pat additional spice mixture on the top.
9
(To reserve remaining rub mixture for another use, place in an airtight container ans store in a cool dark place.
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11
Place prepared meat in oven and roast uncovered 1 hour.
12
After 1 hour, immediately turn off the oven.
13
Do NOT open the oven door.
14
After 4-5 hours, turn on the oven to 375f for a medium rare roast.
15
Remove roast from oven and let stand 15 minutes before carving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 lbs prime rib roast, with bones, 1 teaspoon marjoram, 2 tablespoons celery salt, 2 teaspoons tarragon, and more.

Yes, Debi's Perfect Prime Rib falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Debi's Perfect Prime Rib

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