Prime rib is already a delectable treat sure to impress, so why not elevate it to the next level with a Butter Rub for Prime Rib? All it takes is herbs and butter to make your next roast showstopping!

Herb Crusted Prime Rib

It’s no secret that a prime rib is no everyday meal- it’s a huge, often pricey cut of only the best meat, and cooking one up for supper is the mark of a special occasion to remember! So why not always make it as juicy and flavorful as possible? That’s where this butter rub for prime rib recipe comes in! With easy pantry ingredients and a prep time of only minutes, the next prime rib you set out on the table will be worth celebrating all on its own.

Prime Rib Butter Rub Ingredients

ButterGarlic powderRosemary (fresh or dried)Thyme (fresh or dried)Black pepper

How to Make a Prime Rib Rub with Butter

Prime Rib Wet Rub Tips

I prefer to use fresh herbs for my roasts, but dried works just as well in a pinch! Just be careful with amounts, as dried herbs can be more powerfully flavored.Salted butter tends to make for a more flavorful rub, but you can add a pinch of salt to unsalted butter too.Trust me, you’ll want to make a little extra of this delicious butter rub! Set it aside (so it doesn’t get cross-contaminated) and spread it on dinner rolls, top mashed potatoes with it, or put a dollop on top of your favorite roasted vegetables. It’s delicious every way!No prime rib? No problem! Use this recipe on pork roast or beef tenderloins or even your favorite cut of chicken and I promise it’ll turn out stunning!

Prime Rib Butter Rubs

Now that you’ve got one butter rub sure to make any prime rib a masterpiece, why not try some different ones out next time? Or spice it up even more by adding a fantastic and easy dry rub on, too! Of course, with prime rib, you can’t go wrong- the beef is so flavorful on its own, even a simple sprinkling of salt and pepper will be delicious! But just you wait until you try these seasonings! I promise, your family is going to love these!

Garlic Butter RubPrime Rib RubCoffee Rub

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