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Season the prime rib liberally on all sides with salt and black pepper.
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Line a roasting pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil and position a roasting rack inside of it.
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Transfer the prime rib fat side up to the middle of the roasting rack. Tent the prime rib loosely with foil, and allow it to stand at room temperature for 1-2 hours.
PRO TIP Allowing the prime rib to sit at room temperature will help it cook more evenly.
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Preheat the oven to 325°F.
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Set an extra-large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, place the prime rib in the skillet. Sear the meat, undisturbed, until browned, 2-3 minutes on all sides.
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Transfer the prime rib back to the roasting rack.
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Roast the prime rib on middle rack of oven until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 120-145°F, depending on desired doneness, 75-100 minutes.
PRO TIP Remove at 120°F for a more medium-rare prime rib, and remove closer to 140°F for a more well done prime rib. Note that the temperature of the meat will continue to rise by about 5°F after removal from oven.
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Check to see that prime rib is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the prime rib to rest on the rack for 15-30 minutes, then transfer to a cutting board and untie. Carve and serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers up to 5 days or freeze up to 6 months.