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Classic Standing Beef Rib Roast

This standing rib roast roasts gently until succulent and rosy, then rests while you whisk up a silky red wine and beef jus from the pan drippings. The result is rich, beef-forward flavor with a glossy sauce that feels festive yet unfussy—perfect for holiday dinners or any special gathering. Classic Standing Beef Rib Roast delivers tenderness, deep savor, and an elegant finish.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook2 hrs 20 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyMedium
Classic Standing Beef Rib Roast
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Season the beef generously with salt and black pepper; set it rib-side down in a roasting pan.

  3. 3

    Roast in the preheated oven until medium-rare or your preferred doneness, about 2 hours 20 minutes. Move the beef to a cutting board; let it rest for 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour off any fat from the pan drippings; stir the wine into the drippings. Bring to a boil over medium heat, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Lower the heat to medium; cook 5 minutes more. Strain the wine mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a saucepan.

  5. 5

    Whisk the stock and flour together in a bowl; gradually whisk into the wine mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until the sauce boils and thickens, about 5 minutes; season with salt and black pepper. Serve the sauce with the beef.