Prime Rib Of Beef

1/3 C. chopped onion
1/3 C. chopped celery
1/3 C. chopped carrot
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 beef rib roast (6-8 lbs)
1 can (14 1/2 oz) beef broth

Combine onion, carrot and celery; place in a greased roasting pan.

Combine salt, pepper and garlic powder; rub over the roast. Place fat side up over the vegetables.

Bake, uncovered at 350� for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours or till meat reaches desired doneness. (medium-rare-145�, medium-160�, well-done-170�)

Let stand for 10-15 minutes before carving. Skim fat from pan drippings; add beef broth; stirring to remove browned bits. Strain, discarding vegetables. Serve au jus with the roast.

Serves 8-10