Guide: How to cook Prime Rib

For true prime rib lovers, those who fantasize about adorning the festive table with a carefully seared roast, who can envision that first savory bite of beef during summer daydreams — Snake River Farms is the gold standard. Our prime rib is crave worthy, luscious, and the only centerpiece worth considering.

We've gathered everything you need to make the most of your prime rib here so you can prepare your most epic centerpiece yet. You’ll also find information to prepare our other beef roasts in this section.

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HOW TO COOK A PRIME RIB

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Here are the simple steps for a beautifully cooked prime rib roast:

1. THAW - Set your roast on a tray and place in the refrigerator. A prime rib can take 3 to 4 days to thaw. Not enough time? See Quick Thaw Method.
   
2. HEAT OVEN – Set to 350°F.
   
3. OPEN PACKAGE – Remove prime rib from packaging.
   
4. SEASON – Generously apply kosher salt or your favorite rub, like SRF Rosemary Roast Seasoning. Be sure to cover all sides, including the ends.
   
5. ROAST - Set prime rib in a roasting pan and place in the heated oven. The approximate cook time is 15 to 20 minutes per pound. Temperature is the best way to know exactly when the roast is ready. Leave in oven until the internal temperature of your prime rib corresponds with your preferred finish. Refer to our prime rib temperature chart below for different levels of doneness.
6. REST - When your roast reaches the desired temperature, remove it from the oven and place it on a cutting board. Loosely tent with foil and allow to rest 20 to 30 minutes. The internal temperature will rise about 5 degrees and the juices will be reabsorbed.
7. SLICE & SERVE – Cut your rested prime rib against the grain and serve.

Check out our prime rib roast temperature guide for preferred doneness: