Perfect Prime Rib

Directions

1. 1
   Let roast set at room temperature 3 hours.
2. 2
   Using kitchen twine parallel to the bone, tie roast at both ends to keep outer layer from pulling away and overcooking.
3. 3
   Adjust oven rack to lowest position and preheat to 200. (yes, 200).
4. 4
   Pat roast dry with paper towels.
5. 5
   Heat oil in large pan over 2 burners set at medium-high. Place roast in pan and cook on all sides until nicely browned and about 1/2 cup of fat has been rendered, 6-8 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove roast from pan. Spoon off fat from pan. Set wire rack in pan, then set roast on rack. Season with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Place roast in oven and roast until meat registers 125 (medium-rare) about 3 1/2 hours (30 minutes per pound),
8. 8
   Let rest about 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Transfer to carving board and carve; serve.