Another Spanish Rice

3 tbsp. shortening
1-1/2 cup rice
1/2 cup each onion, sliced; bell pepper, sliced
1 can (14 oz.) whole tomatoes
1 clove (medium) garlic, minced
1 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. salt
3 cups water

      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; add 1-1/2 cups warm water, or enough just to cover 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.