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My Standing Rib Roast recipe may look like a culinary masterpiece, but it's actually effortless to make! Using only a handful of simple ingredients, you can make a stunning standing prime rib roast that's delightfully juicy with the perfect sear. I promise, even if you've never cooked prime rib roast before, you'll find this recipe easy to follow and so rewarding!
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- Bone-in Rib Roast Recipe
- Bone-in Rib Roast Recipe Ingredients
- How do You Cook a Rib Roast?
- Expert Tips
- What is a Rib Roast?
- How to Choose the Perfect Standing Rib Roast
- Beef Rib Roast Recipe FAQs
- How Long to Cook a Rib Roast
- How to Carve a Rib Roast
- Storing a Standing Rib Roast
- How to Reheat a Beef Rib Roast
- Standing Rib Roast Cooking Times
- Side Dishes for Standing Rib Roast
- Leftover Prime Rib Recipes
- Prime Rib Recipes
- Standing Rib Roast Recipe
- Reviews
Bone-in Rib Roast Recipe
It is no secret that I am a huge fan of Ina Garten's recipes. My first roast recipe was Ina Garten's Sunday Rib Roast. I've always loved serving it with a side of roasted artichoke salad and finishing off our meal with apple crisp.
I couldn't help but fall in love with her beef rib roast recipe. But, as someone who has difficulty following recipe directions... my Sunday roast recipe evolved!
Now, I couldn't be more excited to share with you my favorite recipe for garlic butter bone-in rib roast. It is so incredibly juicy and flavorful. I promise you are going to love this easy roast recipe!
This was excellent. First time cooking. I do believe the digital thermometer constantly monitoring was a big help because my rib roast was 9lbs and it took about 3.25 hours to come to medium rare, once it was sliced it was perfect. Thank you for the guidance, my family has already requested another one next Christmas.
Jennifer
Bone-in Rib Roast Recipe Ingredients
- Standing Rib Roast: Also known as bone-in prime rib. If you have trouble finding it at the supermarket, ask the butcher to cut it. While you're at it, ask them to French the roast. This will make the rib roast even more beautiful as a centerpiece!
- Butter; leave it out to soften
- Fresh rosemary, minced
- Garlic, minced
- Black pepper and kosher salt (or sea salt flakes!)
How do You Cook a Rib Roast?
Before you do anything, let the holiday roast sit for 2 hours to come to room temperature. This will allow the roast to cook evenly throughout.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Soften the butter, then stir in rosemary, garlic, salt, and pepper to create a garlic butter paste.
- Rub the paste all over the rib roast, on all sides.
- Wrap aluminum foil around all exposed rib bones. Place the roast in the center of a roasting pan with a rack.
- Roast at 450°F for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 325°F and cook for approximately 2 hours. (Check your meat thermometer for desired doneness).
- Remove from the oven and tent with aluminum foil. Let rest tented for 15 minutes.
- Slice rib roast, serve, and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- If you have trouble finding rib roast in the meat section of your local supermarket, ask the butcher! They usually can cut this to order for you, especially during the holiday season. I always ask my butcher to French the bones. This is what creates this beautiful presentation.
- Always pull your roast out of the oven a little early and let it finish cooking on the counter. This is a mistake many make when cooking a standing rib roast. I like to serve it a little on the rare side and use piping au jus sauce to finish cooking.
- A roasting pan with a rack: This allows the roast to heat evenly as it cooks. It is much easier to reach your desired degree of doneness!
- Aluminum foil: You will need this to tent the roast, but it is also necessary if you ask your butcher to French the roast for you. Covering the exposed bones with foil prevents them from drying out while the roast cooks.
- Meat thermometer: I highly recommend you use a meat thermometer to check the temperature of your beef!
TOP TIP—Make extra garlic butter. Just trust me on that one! You'll want to slather this butter on everything. It is so delicious. Even better if you're serving the roast with Yorkshire Puddings or Air Fryer Biscuits to add the butter too.
What is a Rib Roast?
A standing rib roast is a cut of beef from the rib section of a cow. It is also called a bone-in prime rib, as it contains the prime rib cut of beef.
Usually, a rib roast holds between 2-7 ribs and is prepared so it is "standing" when roasted. It makes the most beautiful presentation for a holiday table!
The Rib Roast is the most tender and succulent beef you will ever taste. If you cook it properly, it melts in your mouth. And I am going to show you how to cook it perfectly!
How to Choose the Perfect Standing Rib Roast
The most important part about cooking a rib roast is choosing the perfect cut of beef at the store. You want a choice grade with the most beautiful marbling.
Marbling refers to the white flecks and streaks of fat in the lean sections of beef. The term "marbling" comes from the fact that the streaks of fat actually resemble a marble pattern.
Beef Rib Roast Recipe FAQs
Ask your butcher to "French" your rib roast, and they will cut the excess meat and fat away from the bone so it is clearly exposed. This creates the most beautiful presentation on a rib roast!
A good estimate on how much rib roast you will need is about ½ pound per person when the roast is part of a holiday buffet, or ¾ pound per person when it is the main course.
How Long to Cook a Rib Roast
The high heat/low heat roasting method we use in this recipe works very well for a standing rib roast.
Roast at 450 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees and cook for approximately 2 hours. This will give the roast a beautifully caramelized exterior with a juicy, tender interior.
How to Carve a Rib Roast
- Stand the rib roast upright and hold the bones.
- Use a carving knife to cut between the bones. Carve as close to the bone as possible.
- Once you get to the bottom, cut along the bottom of the rib roast until you can remove the chop.
- Cut into smaller slices if desired. Always cut beef against the grain.
Storing a Standing Rib Roast
- Cool Down: Allow the roast to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour after cooking. This helps retain its juices.
- Carving: You can carve the roast into individual slices before storing it or keep it whole. Cutting it beforehand can make reheating more convenient.
- Wrap: Wrap the roast tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Ensure it's sealed to prevent moisture loss and freezer burn.
- Refrigerate: Place the wrapped roast in the refrigerator. It can be stored for up to 3-4 days.
- Freeze (optional): If you plan to store it for an extended period, place the wrapped roast in an airtight container or vacuum-seal it and freeze it. It can be stored in the freezer for several months. To thaw, transfer it to the refrigerator a day or two before reheating.
How to Reheat a Beef Rib Roast
- Oven Method
- Preheat your oven to around 250°F (120°C).
- Place the wrapped roast on a roasting pan or oven-safe dish.
- Reheat for 15-30 minutes per pound (450 grams) or until the internal temperature reaches around 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, using a meat thermometer to check.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Slicing and Pan-Searing
- If you've stored the roast as a whole, slice it into individual portions.
- Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add a bit of oil or butter to the pan.
- Place the roast slices in the pan and sear each side for 1-2 minutes until they are heated through and develop a nice crust.
- Serve immediately.
Standing Rib Roast Cooking Times
It is always best to use a meat thermometer to make sure the temperature of the roast is perfect to your liking. When using a meat thermometer to check doneness, look for the following numbers.
See How to Cook Prime Rib for a comprehensive guide on cooking prime rib, along with my Prime Rib Temp Chart!
| Beef Doneness | Internal Temperature |
|---|---|
| Rare beef temp | 125°F - bright red in the middle |
| Medium-rare roast | 135°F - warm red in the middle with slight pink around the edges |
| Medium roast | 145°F - warm pink throughout |
| Medium-well roast | 150°F - slightly pink at the center |
| Well-done roast | 160°F - little to no pink throughout |
Side Dishes for Standing Rib Roast
- Gluten-Free Au Gratin Potatoes
- Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
- Oven-Baked Scalloped Potatoes
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Check out all my favorite Side Dishes for Prime Rib!
Leftover Prime Rib Recipes
- Creamy Penne Pasta with Sliced Prime Rib is truly the best way to use leftover rib roast, hands down. We look forward to this meal every year and it certainly doesn't feel like leftovers!
- Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with cheese sauce and Perfect Caramelized Onions that are out-of-this-world delicious!
- Check out all my favorite leftover prime rib recipes!
Prime Rib Recipes
- Slow Roasted Prime Rib
- Instant Pot Prime Rib using the reverse sear method
- Boneless Prime Rib
- Roast Beef Rub Recipe
- Smoked Prime Rib Recipe
- Dry Aged Prime Rib
- Air Fryer Prime Rib
This amazing standing rib roast is perfect for special occasions and the holidays. It makes the most memorable centerpiece for your Christmas dinner, and it is so much easier to make than you might think. I know you'll love it!
Standing Rib Roast Recipe
Video
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- 7-8 Pounds Rib Roast - or Bone-in prime rib
- 1 Cup Butter - Softened
- 3 Tablespoons Fresh Rosemary - Minced
- 8 Cloves Garlic - Minced
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F. Soften butter, then stir in rosemary, garlic, salt, and pepper, to create a garlic butter paste.
- Rub the paste all over the rib roast, on all sides.
- Wrap aluminum foil around all exposed rib bones. Place the roast in the center of a roasting pan with a rack.
- Roast at 450°F for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 325°F and cook for approximately 2 hours. (Check your meat thermometer for desired doneness).
- Remove from the oven and tent with aluminum foil. Let rest tented for 15 minutes.
- Slice rib roast, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a roasting pan with a rack. This will help heat rotate evenly as the roast cooks.
- Bring your standing rib roast to room temperature by letting it sit on the counter for approximately 2 hours. This will ensure even cooking throughout.
- Always make sure you let your rib roast rest for approximately 15 minutes before cutting into it. This will ensure the juices stay in the roast and you will have a juicy prime rib roast.
- Ask your butcher to french the rib roast for you. This makes for such a pretty presentation. When roasting, covered the bone ends with aluminum foil so they didn't dry out.
- Always cut beef against the grain.
Audrey says
Sounds gfreat. I had a recipe years ago that utilized the ribs after roast was carved. You set them aside and then did smething the next day or so with them and the oven but I have lost the recipe and it is too long ago to recall how they were fixed. can anyone help?
Marion Myers says
Hi Audrey, I use the ribs to make a delicious broth for gravy, soup/stew, french dip sandwiches, etc... So many uses. Cook the bones at 325°F until they are brown on the outside. In a big pot add the bones, any reserved fat trimmings from the roast, 2 med yellow onions (quartered), 2 med carrots, chopped, a stalk of celery, chopped, 3-4 cloves garlic, some fresh thyme sprigs, about 10 peppercorns, a couple teaspoons kosher salt, and a bay leaf. Add water to cover. Let that simmer for about 3 hours or more to your taste. Strain out the solids. Give it a taste and adjust the seasonings as needed. Put it in the fridge so the fat can harden and then discard hardened fat. Great for so many uses.
Vicki says
This was extremely good there wasn’t much of a fat cap on this standing rib roast I bought so I thought I’d try your recipe and it was outstanding merry Christmas to you and thank you for the recipe
Isabel Laessig says
Hi Vicky, Thanks so much for reaching out and letting me know you enjoyed the standing rib roast recipe. It is also one of my favorites. I hope you had a fabulous holiday.
Susan says
This is such a delicious recipe! My butcher cut out the bones and tied them back on and it was outstanding!
Isabel Laessig says
Hi Susan,
Thanks so much for letting us know you enjoyed this recipe. It is truly a favorite on our holiday table!
DebbieLB says
This is a spectacular recipe that we enjoy every Thanksgiving at our Kansas ranch! Cowboys love rib roast (cowgirls too!).
Em Beitel says
Thanks so much, Debbie! We love this recipe!
Christi says
Thyme is mentioned in the instructions but not in the ingredients listed. How much? Fresh? Dried? Ground?
Lori Ann says
Thyme is mentioned in the instructions but not in the ingredients listed. How much? Fresh? Dried? Ground?
Em Beitel says
Hi Lori! Apologies for the confusion. Ground thyme will do, and you could use about 1-2 teaspoons depending on preference. Enjoy!