Divinely Delicious Foolproof Standing Rib Roast! A virtually stress-free recipe for a Christmas favorite!

Recipe courtesy of Paula Deen

1 (5-pound) standing rib roast
1 Tablespoon House Seasoning, recipe follows

Allow roast to stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375°. Rub roast with House Seasoning; place roast on a rack in the pan with the rib side down and the fatty side up. Roast for 1 hour. Turn off oven. Leave roast in oven but do not open oven door for 3 hours.

About 30 to 40 minutes before serving time, turn oven to 375° and reheat the roast. Important: Do not remove roast or re-open the oven door from time roast is put in until ready to serve.

House Seasoning
1 cup salt
¼ cup black pepper
¼ cup garlic powder

Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Serves 6-8. Great paired with a rich, intense wine like Cabernet Sauvignon.

MF&L Staff at Maine Food & Lifestyle magazine.