Poor Man’s Prime Rib – Budget-Friendly, Juicy Roast Beef

1. Preheat the oven:
   Set your oven to 500°F (260°C). Make sure it’s fully preheated before roasting—the high heat is essential for forming a crust.
2. Season the roast:
   Pat the roast dry with paper towels. Generously season all sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub it in to coat evenly.
3. Roast at high heat:
   Place the seasoned roast in a roasting pan or baking dish, fat side up. Roast at 500°F for exactly 5 minutes per pound (for a 3 lb roast, roast for 15 minutes).
4. Turn off the oven:
   Once the roasting time is complete, turn the oven OFF. Do not open the oven door. Let the roast remain in the closed oven for 2 hours. This slow residual heat gently finishes the cooking process.
5. Rest and serve:
   After 2 hours, remove the roast and slice. The interior should be a perfect medium-rare to medium, depending on your oven and roast size.

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