Old-School Prime Rib, Shrimp Cocktail & Dirty Martini

In the dimly lit corners of old Vegas, there's a trinity of dishes that speak to the soul of this desert oasis. Prime rib, juicy, cooked to perfection, is the kind of indulgence that the Rat Pack might've savored after a late-night show. It's the kind of dish that demands respect, much like the men who once ran this town from the shadows.

Then there's the shrimp cocktail, served in a chilled glass, each piece a testament to the excess and opulence that Vegas was built upon. It's a throwback to a time when deals were sealed with a handshake and a wink, and the city's secrets were whispered over tables laden with the best the ocean had to offer.

And to wash it all down? A dirty gin martini, of course. Cold, slightly briny, with an olive or two floating in its depths. It's the drink of choice for those who've seen it all, who know the city's history and the mob ties that once pulled the strings. Together, these three are more than just food and drink; they're a nod to a bygone era, a time when Vegas was wilder, and the stakes were always high. 🤘🏼 Adam

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Old-School Prime Rib, Shrimp Cocktail & Dirty Martini

Prep time: 1.5 HourCook time: 1 HourInactive time: 4 HourTotal time: 6.5 Hour

Ingredients

O.G. Prime Rib

• 4-5 Bone-in Ribeye Roast
• Kosher Salt, to taste
• 1 cups Creme Fraiche
• 2 Tbsp Prepared Horseradish
• ½ bunch Chives, sliced thin
• Kosher Salt, to taste
• Black Pepper, to taste

Old-School Shrimp Cocktail

• 12-15 medium shrimp
• Ten cups of water
• ½ Lemon
• ½ Onion
• 2 Bay leaves
• Kosher Salt
• Black Peppercorns
• Lemon Wedges, for garnish
• Parsley, for garnish

Cocktail Sauce

• 1 cup Ketchup
• 3 Tbsp Horseradish, more to taste
• 1 tsp Tabasco, more to taste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire
• Juice and Zest of a Lemon, more to taste
• 1 Tbsp Vodka
• ½ Garlic clove, minced
• MSG
• Black Pepper, to taste
• Kosher Salt, to taste

Dirty Gin Martini

• 1 1/2 ounces Gin or Vodka
• 1/2 ounce (15 ml) dry vermouth
• 1/2 ounce (15 ml) olive brine (adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes
• 1 or 2 blue cheese-stuffed olives, for garnish

Instructions

O.G. Prime Rib

1. Trim, french and slice. Season with salt. Truss.
2. Roast at 200F for 4 hours, until internal of 130-132F.
3. Allow to rest for 30 minutes. Slice to ½ inch pieces.
4. Serve with jus, horseradish sauce, mashed potatoes and gravy.
5. For the horseradish sauce, mix everything together and allow to sit for 30 minutes before serving.

Old-School Shrimp Cocktail

1. Peel, devein and rinse shrimp.
2. Add all aromatics to a large pot of salted water. Blanch the shrimp for 20 seconds then shock in ice bath. Remove from the water and dry. Set aside until you're ready to serve.

Cocktail Sauce

1. Mix everything together. Allow to meld in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
2. Store in a sealable container for up to 4 days.

Dirty Gin Martini

1. Chill your glass for at least 30 minutes. It should be frosty when it comes out of the freezer.
2. Add the gin, vermouth and olive brine to a cocktail sharker or large cup. Stir the drink for 30 seconds, until the ice begins to melt slightly.
3. Strain the cocktail into the frosted martini glass. Garnish with blue cheese olives and CRUSH.