Smoked Prime Rib

Directions

1. 1
   Soak wood chips in a container of water for 1 hour.
2. 2
   In a small bowl, add the garlic, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme; stir to combine.
3. 3
   Rub this mixture evenly over the beef roast.
4. 4
   In a bowl, add the red wine, red wine vinegar, and olive oil; stir to mix and set aside.
5. 5
   Prepare a charcoal fire in a smoker; let burn for 15-20 minutes.
6. 6
   Drain the hickory wood chips.
7. 7
   Place the chips on the coals.
8. 8
   Place the water pan in the smoker; add water to just below the fill line.
9. 9
   Put the beef roast in the center of the lower food rack.
10. 10
    Slowly pour the wine mixture over the beef roast.
11. 11
    Cook the roast, covered, for 6 hours or until meat thermometer registers 145 degrees (medium-rare).
12. 12
    Add more water to depth of fill line if necessary.
13. 13
    Remove roast from smoker and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.