Stuffed Pork Chops Ol - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 to 8 rib pork chops, cut 1 1/2 inch thick with pockets for stuffing
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 tsp. thyme
2 Tbsp. lard or drippings
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Preparation

Combine cooked rice, cheese, pecans, green pepper, celery, and thyme.
Fill each pocket with 1/4 to 1/3 cup of stuffing. Lightly brown chops in lard or drippings.
Sprinkle chops with salt and pepper, place on rack in roasting pan and cover securely with foil.
Bake in a moderate oven (350 degrees) for 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for 30 minutes longer or until meat is done.