prime rib roast served with roasted potatoes and asparagus

🥩🧄 Prime Rib Roast with Roasted Potatoes & Asparagus

🧾 Ingredients

🔹 For the Prime Rib Roast (serves 6–8)

• 1 (5–6 lb) bone-in prime rib roast

• 2–3 tbsp olive oil or softened butter

• 4–5 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)

• 1 tbsp kosher salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard or horseradish mixed into rub

🔹 For the Roasted Potatoes:

• 2–3 lbs baby potatoes or Yukon Golds, halved

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp each salt, pepper, garlic powder

• Optional: rosemary or thyme

🔹 For the Asparagus:

• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper

• Optional: lemon zest or grated parmesan

🔪 Instructions

1. Prep the Prime Rib

• Bring the roast to room temperature (at least 1 hour out of the fridge).

• Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

• Mix olive oil/butter, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.

• Rub mixture all over the roast, including the underside and between bones if possible.

2. Roast the Prime Rib

• Place roast on a rack in a roasting pan, bone-side down.

• Roast at 450°F for 15–20 minutes to sear.

• Lower heat to 325°F (160°C) and continue roasting:

  • Rare: 120–125°F

  • Medium-rare: 130–135°F

  • Medium: 135–140°F
    (Check with a meat thermometer — this takes 1.5 to 2 hours depending on size)

• Rest for 20–30 minutes loosely tented with foil before slicing.

3. Roast the Potatoes

• While the roast is cooking, toss potatoes with oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.

• Spread on a baking sheet.

• Roast at 400°F for 35–40 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crispy.

4. Roast the Asparagus

• Toss asparagus with oil, salt, and pepper.

• Roast at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, or until just tender.

• Optional: sprinkle with lemon zest or parmesan before serving.

🍽️ Serving Tips

• Slice the prime rib across the grain, about ½ inch thick.

• Serve with:

  • A drizzle of au jus or horseradish cream

  • Roasted potatoes and asparagus on the side

• Optional: serve with Yorkshire pudding for a full traditional meal

✅ Tips for Success

• Use a meat thermometer — it’s the best way to avoid overcooking.

• Let the meat rest so the juices redistribute.

• Want a crispy crust? Broil the roast for the last 2–3 minutes if needed.

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