Nothing beats the sizzle of a steak on the grill or the aroma of a prime rib roasting for a big family dinner. These beef ...

But believe it or not, prime rib is not as scary to make as you think. To start, it's already a tender, rich bite, so no fancy seasonings or marinades are required.

There are many different options for a prime rib dry rub. For an effortless meal, pick up a jar or packet of a dry rub seasoning from the grocery store. If you want to mix one up yourself, reach ...

Next, consider a wet brine to enhance flavor. “Personally, I wet brine my prime rib for 48 hours and let it air dry in the refrigerator for 24 hours prior to doing anything with it,” he explains.

When buying prime rib, a general rule of thumb is to get ¾ a pound per person — three pounds will accommodate four people. That may sound like a lot, but the meat will shrink a bit during cooking.

Prime rib and standing rib roasts can also be sold trimmed and tied (or frenched). This means that the butcher cuts the ribs away from the meat, then ties it all back together again, which makes ...

1 (4 lb.) standing beef rib roast 2-4 tbsp steak seasoning 1 bunch of asparagus 4-6 russet potatoes, baked 8 cups fresh spinach 1 cucumber, peeled and sliced if needed 1/2 red onion, sliced Season ...

But if the roast is part of a bigger spread with plenty of other food, you can plan on 1/2 to 3/4 pound of prime rib per person. Here's a quick guide (so you don't have to do the math): ...

For the Prime Rib 1 6-8 lb prime rib roast 2 tbsp steak seasoning ( I like Montreal Steak) For the Fondant Potatoes: 6-8 Russet Potatoes 1 tbsp chopped rosemary 1 tbsp chopped thyme 1 cup chicken ...