Key 2 Your Man's Heart Prime Rib

Try this mouth-watering recipe for your Valentine!

Dry Rub and Glaze

• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp dried Basil
• 1/4 tsp Thyme
• 1/4 tsp Sage
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Dry Gravy Seasoning
• 1/2 cup Red Wine (Merlot or Cabernet)

Gravy

• 1/4 cup Flour
• 1/3 cup Drippings From Pan
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 2 !0.5 oz cans Beef Broth
• 1/2 cup Red Wine (Merlot or Cabernet)

Preheat oven to 325F. Combine salt, basil, thyme, sage, pepper and gravy seasoning. Rub mixture all over ribs and stand fat side up in shallow pan. Pour red wine over ribs and place uncovered in center of oven. Place thermometer in ribs passed the fat but not touching bone (bone-in only). Cook to desired temperature, basting several times during cooking. Rare = 140F ~3.5 hours, Medium = 160F ~4.5 hours, Well DOne = 170F ~5 hours.

Remove ribs from pan and place in covered warming tray to rest for 20-30 minutes. Pour off drippings into small sauce pan. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until smooth. Gradually add broth and wine, stirring constantly to bring to a boil and remove lumps. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Salt and pepper to taste.

To serve: Cut ribs to separate (bone-in) or cut into 3/4 to 1 inch slices (boneless). Pour gravy over steak.

Stare into your Valentine's eyes as you both savor this delicious meal!