QUESTION:

Do you cook a Prime Rib roast bone up or down? And why does the meat taste better on the bone?

ANSWER:

To cook: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees for at least 30 minutes while the prime rib comes to room temperature. Place the roast in a high-sided roasting pan bone-side down. The bones create a natural roasting rack for the meat, so don't worry if you don't have one.

Also, bones literally add flavor to your meat. As the bone heats the marrow (which is rich in fats and other great flavors) its juices penetrate the bone and immerse into your meat; making for a nice, tasty and juicy piece of meat.