Salt Crusted Prime Rib Roast

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 F. Coat a baking dish that will fit your size roast with non-stick spray.

Step 2

Combine the salt, peppercorns and rosemary in a bowl. One mixed slowly add the water or broth to the mix and stir until it is like a slush.

Step 3

Pat the beef dry and place bone side down in the prepared dish. Carefully rub the mixture over the meat to form a 1/4 to 1/2 inch layer.

Step 4

Place roast in oven and immediately reduce to 325F. Roast until a thermometer reaches your desired temperature. Approximately 2 1/2 hours for medium rare.

Step 5

Remove roast from oven and tent with foil allowing it to rest for 15 minutes. Remove crust before serving.