Braised Pork Chops
["pork chops (3/4 to 1 inch thick)", "shortening", "water"]
["Brown pork chops slowly on both sides in amount of hot shortening; season with salt and pepper.", "Add a little hot water if desired.", "Cover tightly.", "Cook over low heat about 45 to 60 minutes or until tender.", "Make gravy from pan juices if desired."]
["pork chops", "shortening", "water"]