Step 1

Remove prime rib roast from refrigerator 2-3 hours before cooking.

Step 2

Season prime rib roast liberally with your favorite steak rub. This can be done up to 48 hours in advance to allow seasoning to penetrate the meat. Simply refrigerate uncovered until 2-3 hours before cooking.

Step 3

Make wet rub by combining garlic, olive oil and rosemary in a small bowl and rub all over meat.

Step 4

Prepare grill or smoker for indirect cooking at 250 degrees. Use pecan wood for flavor.

Step 5

Place meat on grill and stick a temperature probe in the thickesst part of the prime rib roast.

Step 6

Cook until internal temperature is 115 degrees, about 2 hours.

Step 7

Remove roast and increase grill temperate to 600 degrees. Rest prime rib roast for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Return prime rib roast back to grill and cook for 2-3 minutes to form a crust on the exterior. The internal temperature should finish at 130 degrees for medium rare.

Step 9

Roast can be sliced and served immediately.