Italian Chops and Rice

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

• 6 lean Pork chops (about 1-1/2 pounds)
• salt and ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large Onion, sliced and separated into rings
• 1 large green pepper, sliced
• 1 14-1/2- to 16-ounce can tomatoes (2 cups)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon basil leaves, crushed
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
• 1 cup uncooked rice

Directions

1. Season chops with salt and pepper.
2. Brown on both sides in oil in large oven-proof skillet. Remove chops and set aside.
3. Add Onion and green pepper; cook until tender crisp.
4. Stir in tomatoes, broth, 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, oregano, basil, garlic powder, Sugar and rice. Bring to a boil.
5. Arrange chops on top.
6. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
7. Fluff rice with fork.