Prime rib is also called a "standing rib roast," which ... Place the roast with the fat cap up on a V-rack set in a large roasting pan, or on a wire rack set in a rimmed baking sheet.

Rub the salt and pepper all over the entire prime rib. Transfer, fat cap up, to the prepared wire rack and refrigerate, uncovered, for at least 24 hours and up to 72 hours. Position a rack in the ...