Prime Rib recipe for Christmas

Ingredients :

• 1 USDA Prime Rib Roast (6-8 lbs, bone-in)
• 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Flaky Sea Salt (to taste)
• Tellicherry Black Peppercorns (freshly cracked)
• Garlic Cloves (optional)

Instructions : 

1. Prep:
   Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
   Pat roast dry → place on wire rack in roasting pan.

2. Season:
   Rub with olive oil.
   Generously coat with sea salt + cracked pepper.
   Optional: Insert slivered garlic cloves into meat.

3. Sear:
   Roast uncovered at 500°F for 15 mins → forms golden crust.

4. Roast:
   Reduce heat to 325°F (160°C).
   Insert meat thermometer into thickest part (avoid bone).
   Roast until internal temp reaches:

   • 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare

   • 140°F (60°C) for medium
     *(Approx 15 mins/lb)*

5. Rest & Serve:
   Remove at 5°F below target temp (temp rises while resting).
   Tent loosely with foil → rest 20-30 mins.
   Slice with carving knife → serve au jus.