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In this article, your host will show you how to cook an amazing Prime Rib that is sure to be one of the highlights of your dinner party. This is the type of recipe that will have your dinner guests raving about “how you did that?”.
This meal is an easy, yet very impressive dinner party dish and will have your dinner guests oohing and ahhing over how you made that delicious Prime Rib! Are you ready to impress your family and friends with this beautiful and tasty Prime Rib? If so, keep reading to learn how to make it.
Here are 5 easy steps for cooking a 5 lb Prime Rib:
- Buy a whole beef rib roast that is at least 5 lbs. This will require you to purchase some butcher’s twine or string. You’ll also need to have plenty of time on hand because it takes about 4 hours from start to finish.
- Decide which oven method you prefer. Most people opt for the convection oven because it cooks more evenly. Just make sure to preheat it to 400 degrees before you start cooking. Your dinner guests can watch and learn how to cook a Prime Rib with you.
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and place your roast on a steamer rack set in the bottom of the preheated oven. Do not add any liquid.
- After 30 minutes, turn down the heat to 250 degrees and finish cooking the roast for another 1 hour and 45 minutes; or until a meat thermometer placed in the thickest part of the roast reads 120 degrees (this will be medium rare).
- Allow your 5 lb Prime Rib to rest on the countertop for 15 minutes before carving it into thick slices. I’d recommend serving this roast with Yorkshire pudding and a vegetable side dish, such as peas, green beans or carrots.
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How long does it take to cook a 5 lb rib?
This roast should take about 4 hours to cook. This is longer than cooking a smaller cut of meat. You will also have to start the roast and then let it sit at room temperature for an hour or so before putting it into the oven and starting your timer.
Do I need any special equipment to make this 5 lb Prime Rib recipe?
The only real special equipment you will need is a meat thermometer . It is the only way to ensure that your roast is cooked to the proper temperature. I recommend you use an instant-read digital meat thermometer so that you can check the temperature right in the roast. A regular meat thermometer will work, but it may take a few minutes for it to register the temperature.
How should I prepare my 5 lb Prime Rib recipe?
I recommend that you purchase butcher’s twine or string and wrap it around the roast at 1-inch intervals . This will allow you to slice the roast easily into even pieces. It also makes it easier to keep your roast flat while it is cooking. As you can see in my photos, I used a hair tie that has little bling on the end, but you can get simple butcher’s twine at any grocery store.
You don’t need to do anything special with the roast before putting it in the oven. I recommend that you let it sit at room temperature while the oven heats up.
Do I need to add any liquid to my 5 lb Prime Rib recipe?
The meat will release excess moisture during the cooking process. If you choose to add liquid, I’d suggest stock or wine and a little water or broth. You can pour this over the roast in the pan after you have placed it in the oven. This will help the roast to cook more evenly.
How should I carve my 5 lb Prime Rib recipe?
Be sure to closely watch the temperature of your roast. It should be about 120 degrees when a knife is inserted in the center and barely pink. This is where you want to insert the knife. If your roast is not at this temperature, then you will have to work quickly because it will continue to cook as it rests in the oven. The internal temperature of medium rare should be 120 degrees or higher.
What is the best temperature to cook prime rib?
The best way to cook a Prime Rib is to roast it in the oven at 250-275 degrees. It should be cooked about 30 minutes per pound for medium rare. If you prefer a rare roast, then you will only need to cook it for about 1 hour and 15 minutes per pound.
The temperature of your meat depends on how you like it done. If you like your roast cooked medium, then it should be cooked to an internal temperature of 140 degrees. If you like your Prime Rib cooked rare, then it should be cooked to an internal temperature of 120 degrees. Please note that I used a 5 pound roast for this recommendation, but the cooking time may be slightly different for a smaller roast.
How long should I cook the family prime rib roast?
You should cook the roast ideally for just under 4 hours. If you want to ensure that the meat is cooked thoroughly and evenly, then you need to check the internal temperature of your roast with a meat thermometer at least every 30 minutes. You can also weigh it before cooking to determine if it has lost any more weight during cooking. Keep a close eye on your roast, as well as yours friends and family members who are eating it, during this time.
Can I cook a frozen 5 lb Prime Rib in the oven?
I would not recommend that you cook a frozen prime rib in the oven. It will take much longer to cook, and it can be difficult to get an even roast if it is frozen solid. If you do decide to cook one in the oven, remember that you will need to double these cooking times because it takes about twice as long for a frozen roast to heat up as opposed to thawing one before cooking.
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