Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Back Ribs

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Tender beef back ribs roasted on a sheet pan with garlic, rosemary, and thyme for a flavorful, easy dinner. This beef recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs beef back ribs, olive oil, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min Serves 4 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 2 pounds of beef back ribs on a large rimmed sheet pan lined with foil.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Stir to form a herb paste.
  3. Step 3: Rub the herb paste evenly over both sides of the beef back ribs. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
  4. Step 4: Roast the ribs in the oven for 45 minutes, then increase the temperature to 425°F (220°C) and roast for an additional 15 minutes until the edges are caramelized and the meat is tender when pierced.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let the ribs rest 10 minutes before slicing between the bones and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Back Ribs take to make?

Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Back Ribs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef back ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Back Ribs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Back Ribs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Beef Back Ribs?

BBQ & Smoked beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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