Ingredients:

3 tb Shortening
1 1/2 c Rice
1/2 c Onion, sliced
1/2 c Bell pepper,sliced
14 oz Can whole tomatoes
1 md Clove garlic, minced
1 ts Black pepper
2 ts Salt
3 c Water

Method:

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.