Christmas Prime Rib

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This prime rib dinner is perfect for Christmas or other special occasions. This recipe includes a mustard and horseradish crust on the beef, and gives you the perfect roasting time. Make a delicious au jus with the pan drippings, and serve with mashed potatoes and roasted veggies for a fabulous feast.

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Sliced Christmas prime rib on a wood cutting board.
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs
Additional Time:
8 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
10 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 prime rib roast
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 1 (6 pound) boneless prime rib roast

  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper

  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 2 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 carrot, cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 small unpeeled onion, quartered and separated

Au Jus Sauce:

  • 2 teaspoons concentrated beef base (paste)

  • 1 ½ cups water

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon water

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. The day before serving, remove the roast from the package and dry thoroughly with paper towels. Set roast on a baking sheet, and place in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 1 hour before cooking to allow meat to reach room temperature.

    Trussed prime rib on a baking sheet.

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  3. Rub the roast all over with horseradish and Dijon mustard. Mix kosher salt, black pepper, thyme, and garlic powder together in small bowl; sprinkle over the roast.

    Trussed prime rib seasoned with horseradish and mustard on a baking dish.

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  4. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place celery, carrot, and onion into the bottom of a roasting pan; place the roast on top.

    Trussed and seasoned prime rib atop of vegetables on a baking sheet.

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  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and roast until the meat is browned and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the roast reads 130 degrees F (54 degrees C) for medium-rare.

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  6. Remove from oven, transfer roast to a platter, and cover with a tent of aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 30 minutes. The temperature of the meat will rise about 10 degrees during resting time.

    Prime rib covered with foil.

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  7. To make au jus sauce: Skim excess fat from pan drippings in the roasting pan. Place the pan over a burner set to medium heat; stir in beef base and 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, scraping and dissolving any brown flavor bits from the bottom of the pan.

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  8. Strain out and discard vegetables. Combine cornstarch and 1 teaspoon of water in a small bowl; whisk the mixture into sauce.

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  9. Allow sauce to thicken slightly; pour into a gravy boat and serve with roast.

    Au jus in a gravy boat.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

410 Calories
34g Fat
3g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 410
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 43%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 84mg 28%
Sodium 466mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 23g 45%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 364mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.