2 tbsp. bacon drippings, Crisco
1 tsp. long grain rice
1/2 med. chopped yellow onion
1/2 med. chopped bell pepper
1 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1/8 tsp. chili powder
1 (14 1/2 oz.) chopped can whole tomatoes
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

In large skillet with cover, over medium heat, melt bacon drippings or Crisco. Add rice, onion, bell pepper, cumin, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Stir until rice is lightly browned. Add tomatoes and tomato sauce. Stir well. Cover and reduce heat. Cook for 45 minutes or until all liquid has been absorbed and rice is tender, stirring occasionally. If liquid is absorbed before rice is tender, add warm water as needed.