6 pork chops, 1/2 inch thick
4 tbsp. vegetable oil, divided
Salt, pepper
1 pkg. (6 oz.) yellow rice (saffron)
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. chopped celery
1/4 c. seedless raisins
2 1/2 c. boiling water
6 apple rings

Trim excess fat from chops. Brown slowly in 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt, pepper; set aside.

Saute yellow rice, onion and celery for 5 minutes in remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Add raisins and stir to mix thoroughly. Add boiling water and stir. Turn into oblong casserole; top rice with chops. Cover tightly. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes.

Top pork chops with apple rings brushed with melted butter and sprinkle with nutmeg. Cover; bake 15 minutes longer. If desired, run under broiler to brown apple rings.