Garlic Herb Prime Rib

Ingredients

• 6 pounds (3 kg) standing rib roast (4 bone rib roast)
• 4 tablespoons melted butter, (or olive oil)
• 6-8 large cloves garlic, minced or finely chopped (or 2 tablespoons minced garlic)
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
• 2 teaspoons fresh Thyme, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1/2 tablespoon black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 450˚F for at least 30 minutes while the prime rib comes to room temperature.
2. Mix together the butter, garlic, herbs, salt and the pepper together in a small bowl until combined.
3. Place the roast in a cast iron skillet or roasting pan bone-side down. The bones create a natural roasting rack for the meat. Pour the garlic herb butter mixture over the meat, rubbing it into the flesh to coat it well and evenly.
4. Season with a little extra salt and pepper for added flavour.
5. Cook the roast for 30 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F. Cover with foil and continue to cook the roast to your preference of doneness (until your meat thermometer reads 110°F).
6. Once cooked to your liking, allow to rest for 20 minutes. The roast will continue to cook as the juices inside settle, raising the internal temperature to 130°F for a perfect medium-rare prime rib.