Prime rib is roasted whole with the bone in, whereas rib roast sometimes refers to the general cut of meat that's subdivided into ribeye steaks, which can be boneless. As is often the case ...

prime rib roast or rib roast. Offered as first cut and end cut, bone-in or boneless, the first cut is closer to the strip and therefore leaner. The end cut is closer to the chuck and little fattier.

Boneless versions are called rib-eye roast, heart of prime rib roast, or simply boneless prime rib. Prime rib should not be confused with prime beef, a term that is regulated by the USDA.

In a bowl, thoroughly blend the coffee with the salt, pepper and vanilla bean seeds. Set the rib roast in a roasting pan and rub it all over with the coffee mixture, concentrating most of the rub ...

By Sam Sifton Sam Sifton’s prime rib roast.Credit...Romulo Yanes for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Vivian Lui. Good morning. If you’re making a prime rib roast (above) for the holidays ...