Spanish Rice

Servings: 4
Ingredients:

3 T  Shortening
1 1/2 c  Rice
1/2 c  Onion, sliced
1/2 c  Bell pepper,sliced
1 ea 14 oz can whole tomatoes
1 ea Medium clove garlic, minced
1 t  Black pepper
2 t  Salt
3 c  Water

Melt shortening in large skillet. Add rice and brown. When rice is a
golden brown, reduce heat and add onion, bell pepper, tomatoes,
garlic and pepper. Mix well and add 1 1/2 cups warm water or enough
to just cover the rice. Add salt. Cover and let simmer until almost
dry. Add remaining water, cold, a little at a time, cooking over low
heat until fluffy. Note: You may substitue peeled seeded green chili
for the bell pepper.