Roasted Garlic and Salt Crusted Prime Rib

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a small sauce pan, add garlic cloves and olive oil. Place over low heat and cook garlic for 45 to 60 minutes, never letting the oil get higher than a bare simmer (or a few small bubbles breaking every 2 to 3 seconds). This will keep the olive oil from burning and allow garlic to cook gently. Remove from heat when garlic reaches a light brown color and is soft.
3. Once garlic is cooked and completely cooled, scoop out with a slotted spoon (reserve olive oil for future use). Place garlic, salt, pepper and thyme into a food processor and pulse until it forms a smooth paste.
4. Rub roast completely with garlic paste. In a roasting pan, place carrots and celery down, use as a rack, and place seasoned roast on top of vegetables.
5. Place roast into oven and roast for 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until internal temperature reads 135°F. Remove from oven and allow to rest for at least 20 minutes before carving. Pour pan juices over each slice for extra flavor.
6. Chef's Note: If desired prime rib can rest in fridge over night before roasting.