Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib
Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib features a deeply seasoned bark of coarse pepper and nutty Parmigiano Reggiano over succulent, rosy beef. Each slice balances buttery richness with a sharp, cheesy edge and a peppery kick, finished with pan juices for extra depth. Ideal for holiday dinners or celebratory gatherings where a show-stopping roast is the centerpiece.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr 25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.52 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 8
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Optional step: With a sharp knife, make 1/8-inch-deep cuts through the tough top membrane every inch or so to keep it from tightening and warping the meat’s shape as it roasts.
- 2
Salt the beef all over and place it on a rack set over a roasting pan. Refrigerate uncovered for 8 to 24 hours.
- 3
Take it out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 2 hours before roasting.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Mix the butter, cheese, and black pepper in a bowl. The mixture should be very soft so it spreads evenly over the meat.
- 5
Blot any moisture from the beef’s surface with a paper towel. Spread a few teaspoons of the butter mixture on the bottom and sides of the beef, then spread the rest over the top. Add more black pepper and Parmigiano Reggiano on top if you like.
- 6
Pour the beef broth and water into the bottom of the roasting pan.
- 7
Roast in the upper center of the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) and continue roasting until the center of the thickest part reaches 120 degrees F (49 degrees C) for medium rare. Total roasting time may be about 1 1/2 hours, but rely on an instant-read or meat thermometer to judge doneness, as time will vary widely with the roast’s size.
- 8
Remove from the oven and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature rises to 130 degrees F (54 degrees C), for a perfectly rosy pink center.
- 9
Meanwhile, pour the pan juices into a saucepan and keep them warm over low heat until needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- 10
Slice the meat off the bones, then cut into 6 portions. Serve on heated plates with hot jus alongside.
- Calories 670.61 kcal High 34%
- Protein 75.19 g Good Source 150%
- Carbohydrate 10.77 g 4%
- Total Fat 35.39 g High 45%
- Saturated Fat 16.95 g High 85%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 240.81 mg High 80%
- Sodium 3275.62 mg High 142%
- Dietary Fiber 2.69 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 3.84 g --
- Added Sugars 3.61 g Moderate 7%
- Calcium 322.93 mg Good Source 25%
- Iron 6.87 mg Good Source 38%
- Potassium 77.37 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 41.86 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Black Pepper Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib is made with 8 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Bone In Ribeye Steak, and Butter. Each serving provides about 670.61 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Bone-In Ribeye Steak, Butter, Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib?
- About 1 hr 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 670.61 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 10 steps.
- Is Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib healthy?
- Black Pepper–Parmesan Crusted Prime Rib has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 670.61 calories and 75.19 g of protein, or 150% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 3275.62 mg (142% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 16.95 g (85% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 3.61 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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