Choose a prime rib roast with good marbling
Let the roast sit at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours
Pat the roast dry with paper towels
Trim excess fat if needed
Season generously with salt and black pepper
Add garlic, rosemary, thyme, or other preferred seasonings
Place the roast bone-side down in a roasting pan
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the roast
Preheat the oven to 450°F
Roast at 450°F for 15 to 20 minutes
Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F
Continue roasting until the desired internal temperature is reached
Remove the roast when it is 5 to 10 degrees below the target temperature
Cover loosely with foil
Let the roast rest for 20 to 30 minutes
Slice against the grain
Serve immediately