Spanish Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. shortening
1 c. rice
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1 c. chopped tomatoes
1 to 1 1/2 c. water
1 tsp. salt
1 to 2 tsp. chili powder

Preparation

Melt shortening in skillet.
Add rice; lightly brown over low heat.
Add onion and green pepper; stir.
Add tomatoes, water, salt and chili powder; bring to a boil.
Turn heat down to medium or lower; cover and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
Uncover and remove from heat.
Serves 4 to 6.