Kathy has a 4.89 lb rib roast and is looking for directions for roasting. Kathy, there are a number of different ways to prepare your roast but we definately recommend the following:

For your size roast, beginning with a high heat is a great idea and preferred. Roast at 450 degrees (you can even go up to 500 degrees for maximum browning) for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Your roast will cook within 20-26 minutes per pound using this method, or approximately 2 hours. If using a leave-in meat thermometer, check your roast’s temperature at 1 1/2 hours. If using an instant read, check it then as well. Your roast is medium when the temperature reads 145 degrees.

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